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Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters clash, scores of terrorists killed in Borno

A fight has ensued between fighters of the Jama’atu Ahlis-Sunna Lidda’Awati Wal-Jihad JAS, popularly known as Boko Haram and members Islamic State West Africa (ISWAP).

It was gathered that the fight between the two terrorist camps took place in the northern part of Borno State.

According to a renowned security analyst, Zagazola Makama, the clash between the two camps resulted in casualties and the capture of some equipment.

Makama also noted that the clash between the camps took place on December 23 and 24, 2024.

He said the Boko Haram terrorists targetted known strongholds belonging to  ISWAP in Toumbun Gini, Mangari, Toumbun Saje, and Metele.

He also said scores of ISWAP members died after they were overpowered by Boko Haram fighters.

Continuing in a post on X, Makama said Boko Haram members seized 20 motorcycles belonging to ISWAP and destroy several of their  camps.

Makama said, “The attacks have forced ISWAP to abandon its camps, and the group is now focusing on rebuilding its strength, avoiding direct confrontations with JAS in the immediate future.

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