Confusion has reportedly erupted within a faction of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) following the death of a senior commander allegedly killed by an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by his own group in Borno State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident
occurred on February 24 in the Lake Chad Basin axis, where insurgent factions
remain active.
The explosion is said to have intensified tensions and
suspicion among fighters within the camp.
According to the sources, the commander identified as Amir
Musa was confronted by a unit intelligence member (UIM) seeking clarification
over the deaths of two fighters, Abu Nazir and Abu Kasim.
Abu Kasim, described as a senior commander, reportedly died
after an IED planted by his faction detonated along a route where he was
operating.
The blast occurred amid clashes between ISWAP and rival Boko
Haram elements in the area.
The sources further indicated that Abu Nazir was allegedly
killed by fellow ISWAP members following an encounter with Boko Haram fighters
believed to have been responsible for Abu Kasim’s earlier death.
The sequence of events has reportedly fueled allegations of
friendly fire, operational lapses, and a breakdown in coordination within the
insurgent ranks.
The development underscores the persistent rivalry between
ISWAP and Jama’atu Ahlis Sunna Lidda’awati wal-Jihad (JAS), commonly known as
Boko Haram, despite both groups originating from the same insurgent movement.
Security analysts say the internal rifts could further
weaken the operational cohesion of the factions, as Nigerian security forces
continue sustained offensives against terrorist enclaves across the North-East.
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