In a significant breakthrough, 47 individuals associated with Boko Haram and the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP), Wednesday surrendered to troops of 403 Amphibious Brigade of Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) Sector 3, Nigeria.
Chief Military Public Information Officer N’djamena -Chad, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, in a statement on Thursday said the group, comprising 7 men, 9 women, and 31 children, turned themselves in at Kwatan Turare and Doron Baga, Kukawa LGA, Borno State, Nigeria.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that these individuals escaped from Sharama, located in the Lake Chad Islands.
“Notably, Mallam Muazu Adamu, a known fighter within the Jama’at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da’wah wa’l-Jihad (JAS) faction, surrendered alongside his wife.
“Other members of the group claimed they were engaged in farming activities before deciding to escape. The items found in their possession include clothes, blankets, mats, pots, plates, and various other personal belongings.
“The surrendered individuals are currently in custody, undergoing further investigation to ascertain details regarding their activities and affiliations,” the statement explained.
Lieutenant Colonel Abdullahi explained that the MNJTF remains committed to maintaining peace and security in the Lake Chad basin region. This development marks a significant step in weakening the operational capabilities of terrorist groups in the region.
The MNJTF continues to encourage those still involved in terrorist activities to surrender and embrace peace. This mass surrender is a testament to the effectiveness of the MNJTF’s operations and its commitment to restoring stability to the region.
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