Maiduguri, Nigeria – Thirteen former Boko Haram fighters in Borno State have reportedly absconded with rifles and motorcycles provided by the state government. These individuals were among thousands of ex-fighters who had surrendered and were integrated into the military as part of a rehabilitation program designed to combat the insurgency.
According to The Bureau Newspaper, the escape occurred at a military camp in Mafa, Borno State, between September 1 and 2. Initially, eight ex-fighters fled, followed by another five the next day. The escapees reportedly contacted Abdullahi Ishaq, a special adviser on security matters, threatening to unleash more violence. After their escape, the militants released a video brandishing the rifles they had taken.
As of now, the Borno State government has not issued an official statement regarding this development.