ISWAP suffers major blow as troops ambush, neutralise terrorist in Yobe

Troops of the 120 Task Force Battalion, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force, neutralised a terrorist and recovered weapons during an ambush operation in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State. The operation took place on September 1, 2026, at Lamusuri, where the troops successfully ambushed the terrorists, neutralising one of the attackers. Recovered weapons included one AK-47 rifle, two additional magazines, and 90 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition.