Tinubu Confirms Killing of ISIS Leader in Joint Operation

On Saturday, President Bola Tinubu confirmed the elimination of ISIS leader Abu-Bilal Al-Manuk in a joint operation conducted by the Nigerian Armed Forces and the United States Armed Forces. The operation took place in the Lake Chad Basin, where Al-Manuk, also known as Abu Mainok, was neutralized along with several of his lieutenants.

In a five-paragraph release titled "Counterterror Operation Against ISIS Senior Leader Abu-Bilal Al-Manuk," Tinubu expressed gratitude to U.S. President Donald Trump for his unwavering support in Nigeria's fight against terrorism.

He commended the bravery and professionalism of the personnel involved in the operation and emphasized the importance of continued collaboration between the two nations in combating terrorism. Tinubu looks forward to decisive strikes against terrorist camps across Nigeria, highlighting the effectiveness of the joint efforts in the fight against ISIS.