Troops Eliminate ISWAP Cameraman in Borno Operation

On July 11, 2026, troops from the Joint Task Force North East, under the command of Captain Muham Goni, successfully neutralized an Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) cameraman during a failed infiltration attempt in the Kauwa, Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State. The operation, which occurred between 10:20 PM, involved troops detecting hostile movements and responding with overwhelming firepower, forcing the terrorists to retreat.

The troops recovered sensitive video materials, including footage of ISWAP operations, and significant ammunition. Preliminary forensic analysis indicated the presence of foreign facilitators, including a Palestinian trainer and a Moroccan medic within ISWAP.

The engagement resulted in heavy casualties for ISWAP, with reports confirming that two soldiers sustained gunshot wounds but remained in stable condition. This operation underscores the ongoing military pressure on ISWAP and the challenges they face in executing coordinated attacks against alert troops.