Troops of the 149 Battalion (Motorised), in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have arrested a suspected informant for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State. The arrest, which took place at about 5:00 p.m. on July 14, 2026, was the result of an intelligence-led operation in Gubio town, according to security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama.
Suspect confesses to role in deadly June attack
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to working as an informant for the terrorist group. He also allegedly admitted to leading the infiltration attack on Gubio on June 16, 2026, an assault that resulted in the death of a CJTF member. The suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing further investigation to identify other members of the terrorist network and uncover additional details surrounding the June attack.
Part of broader counter-insurgency operations
The arrest forms part of ongoing counter-insurgency operations by Operation HADIN KAI, which aims to dismantle terrorist support networks across the North-East by targeting informants, collaborators, and logistics facilitators. The operation underscores the military's commitment to degrading ISWAP's capabilities in the region.
