Army Detains Three Women Over Suspected ISWAP Ties
Three women were arrested in Konduga following an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected ISWAP support activities.
Nigerian Army troops have arrested three women in Borno State following an intelligence-led operation targeting suspected support networks linked to ISWAP.
The arrests took place in Konduga Local Government Area after security personnel received intelligence suggesting plans to move a woman into a territory believed to be controlled by ISWAP. Reports indicate that intercepted communications alerted authorities to the suspected movement, prompting a swift response from troops on the ground.
Acting on the information, soldiers from the 222 Battalion (Mechanised) carried out a targeted operation at an internally displaced persons (IDPs) camp in Konduga. During the operation, the three women were taken into custody for further questioning.
According to available information, the suspects are believed to have assisted in maintaining communication and facilitating movement between civilians and terrorist operatives active in Nigeria’s North-East region. Investigators are currently examining the extent of their alleged involvement and assessing whether they were connected to a broader support network.
Military authorities confirmed that the women remain in custody while investigations continue. Security agencies are working to establish the full scope of the alleged activities and identify any additional individuals who may have played a role in the suspected collaboration.
The ISWAP suspects arrest is part of ongoing efforts by the Nigerian military to dismantle support systems that enable terrorist groups to operate within affected communities. In recent years, intelligence gathering has become a key element of counter-terrorism operations, helping security forces identify suspected collaborators and disrupt communication channels used by insurgent groups.
Officials believe that targeting these support structures is essential to weakening terrorist operations and improving security across the North-East. The ISWAP suspects arrest also reflects the continued focus on preventing the movement of people and information between civilian areas and terrorist-controlled locations.
What more can security agencies do to disrupt support networks linked to insurgent groups in conflict-affected regions?
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