You know how there are always stories about terrorists on the news? Well, today one of the leaders of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), Abu Musa Al-Mangawi Baa Shuwa, and his Deputy, Amirul Jaish Muhammad Jidda, have been declared wanted by the Nigerian Army. They've been identified after forensic exploitation of technical devices recovered during a recent military operation in the Lake Chad region.
The Nigerian Army claims these devices were taken from ISWAP terrorists who were making propaganda videos and documenting their operational activities. After analyzing these devices, the military was able to identify the leaders of ISWAP operating in the Mangari-Metele-Dogon Chukun axis. And guess what – it's not the first time these terrorists have been in the news. In 2023, ISWAP was responsible for attacking the University of Maiduguri, killing many students and staff members.
Abu Musa Al-Mangawi Baa Shuwa, the Governor of ISWAP, is a highly wanted terrorist. The Nigerian Army is offering a N50 million bounty for information leading to his arrest. His deputy, Amirul Jaish Muhammad Jidda, also known as 'The One-Handed Man', has a N10 million bounty on his head. The military believes that by exposing these leaders, they can weaken the terrorist group.
The Acting Military Information Officer for Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Muhammed Goni, said that the military wishes to draw the attention of the public to Abu Musa Al-Mangawi Baa Shuwa and that they will offer a substantial financial reward to anyone who provides credible information leading to his arrest. The military assured that all information received will be treated with utmost confidentiality and the identity of informants will be fully protected.
So, if you have any information about these terrorists, you can report to the military through their designated channels. Don't try to confront them or apprehend them yourself – let the professionals handle it. It's a big step towards fighting terrorism in Nigeria, and who knows, maybe you can be the one who helps bring these terrorists to justice.
“Operation Hadin Kai urges members of the public to support ongoing counter-terrorism efforts by providing credible and timely information that could assist security agencies in locating and apprehending these suspected terrorist operatives,” Captain Goni said.
You can also text '0708 498 8859' to report any information. It's a brave move by the Nigerian Army to expose these leaders and encourage the public to help bring them to justice. Let's hope this move will make a significant difference in fighting terrorism in Nigeria.