Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa Lauds Forces for ISWAP Leader's Death

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa praised security agencies for their successful operation that led to the elimination of Abdussamad Ohida, a senior leader of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), in the Owo forest, Ondo State. The operation, conducted over the weekend, involved a combined team from the Department of State Services, the Nigerian Army, and the Western Nigeria Security Network, also known as the Amotekun Corps.

Ohida, also known as Anwar, was reportedly planning significant terrorist attacks in southern states and had previously served as deputy to ISWAP Central Nigeria leader Abu Ikrimah, who was arrested by the DSS in 2023. Aiyedatiwa, through State Commissioner for Information and Orientation Idowu Ajanaku, emphasized the importance of inter-agency cooperation and intelligence sharing in addressing security threats.

He reaffirmed his administration's commitment to ensuring the safety of Ondo State residents and urged security agencies to maintain vigilance and momentum in their operations.