Two Suspected ISWAP Terrorists Arrested In Lagos
Operatives of the State Security Service have reportedly arrested two suspected fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province, ISWAP, in Lagos State.
According to PREMIUM TIMES, the suspects, identified as Modu Gana and Ibrahim Dugge, were arrested on Sunday, December 21, by the security agents.
A security source familiar with the operation disclosed that the arrests were carried out in the Apapa area of Lagos at about 8:45 a.m.
The source confirmed that both men are currently in detention and undergoing interrogation.
Investigations revealed that the arrests followed intelligence reports indicating that the suspects had relocated from Nigeria’s conflict-hit North-east to Lagos.
Efforts to obtain official confirmation from the SSS were unsuccessful, as a representative of the agency’s media unit said the incident had not yet been formally communicated to them.
As of the time of filing this report, the purpose of the suspects’ presence in Lagos remains unclear.
There is also no immediate evidence suggesting plans to carry out attacks in the commercial hub.
Nevertheless, security analysts have warned that ISWAP has been seeking to extend its activities beyond its traditional strongholds in the North-east.
Olamilekan Adigun is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience in journalism embedded in uncovering human interest stories. He also prioritises accuracy and factual reportage of issues.
