Benisheik, Ngamdu attacks: 15-year-old suspected insurgent arrested in Borno

Troops in Borno State arrested a 15-year-old suspect named Tijjani, who allegedly admitted to involvement in recent attacks on the Benisheik and Ngamdu communities. He was apprehended on Sunday, April 12, 2026, during military operations targeting insurgent activities in the area. In preliminary interrogation, he claimed to be part of a group that participated in Thursday's attacks, which have repeatedly affected these communities targeted by insurgent groups linked to Boko Haram.