VIDEO: Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters clash in Sambisa Forest

VIDEO: Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters clash in Sambisa Forest

 More than 23 terrorists have reportedly been killed in
renewed deadly clashes between rival Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa
Province (ISWAP) factions in the Sambisa Forest area of Borno State.

 

In a post on X, counter-terrorism expert, Zagazola Makama
said the latest confrontation reportedly occurred around the Chingolo axis of
Bama Local Government Area, where Boko Haram fighters attacked ISWAP members
who were advancing into the area.

 

Makama said the latest fighting is part of a renewed wave of
hostilities between the two rival terrorist groups that began about two days
ago.

 

According to him, the footage indicated that the clashes
involved sustained exchanges of fire as both factions sought to consolidate
their positions and prevent the other from expanding its influence within the
forest.

 

He added that preliminary intelligence indicates that more
than 23 terrorists have been killed on both sides since the latest round of
fighting began, although the exact casualty figures for each faction could not
immediately be independently verified.

 

Makama asserted that the development is believed to reflect
the continuing rivalry between Boko Haram and ISWAP over territory, access
routes, resources and control of fighters operating in the Sambisa Forest and
surrounding areas.

 

The security expert further noted that the latest fighting
around Chingolo reportedly began after ISWAP elements moved into the area,
prompting Boko Haram fighters to launch an attack against the advancing group.

 

He said the confrontation further weakened the terrorist
groups and disrupted their activities in an area that has historically served
as a major operating environment for insurgents in Borno.

 

According to Makama, the security forces are closely
monitoring developments and exploiting available intelligence on the movements
and activities of the rival factions.

 

He added that the renewed infighting could create additional
pressure on both groups as security forces continue sustained counter-terrorism
operations across the North-East.

 

“The military has continued to target terrorist
concentrations, logistics networks and hideouts as part of efforts to degrade
the insurgents and deny them freedom of action.

 

“However, security officials have urged communities in areas
surrounding the Sambisa Forest to remain vigilant and promptly report
suspicious movements to the authorities,” he said.

 

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EXCLUSIVE: Dozens of terrorists killed as Boko Haram, ISWAP fighters clash in Sambisa ForestBy Zagazola MakamaMore than 23 terrorists have reportedly been killed in renewed deadly clashes between rival Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) factions in the… pic.twitter.com/Rjobm4bzIe— Zagazola (@ZagazOlaMakama) September 4, 2026

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