Al-Minuki’s death, turning point in anti-terror war - Ex-Army spokesman

The reported neutralization of Abu-Bilal Al-Minuki, described as the second-in-command of ISIS and an influential ISWAP commander, during a joint operation by Nigerian and U.S. forces marks a significant milestone in the anti-terrorism war. Brig. Gen. Sani Usman praised the operation conducted in Metele, Borno State, while cautioning against complacency and urging continued efforts to pursue remnants of Boko Haram and ISWAP in the Lake Chad Basin. He emphasized the need to consolidate gains from this operation.