From Borno to ISIS command: Profile of ISIS leader killed in Nigeria-US operation

Punchng | 16-05-2026 10:37pm |

Abu-Bilal Al-Manuki, a senior leader of the Islamic State, was killed in a joint operation conducted by Nigerian and United States forces. His background includes a rise from the Borno region, where he became influential in local insurgency activities before ascending to a command position within ISIS. Al-Manuki's role in the organization involved strategic planning and operational leadership, contributing to the group's activities in the region. The operation marks a significant development in the ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in Nigeria and surrounding areas.

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