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2025-12-20 12:30:00
In a report carried by Punch, Nigerian troops in Borno intercepted vehicles allegedly transporting logistics meant for ISWAP, highlighting how insurgents still depend on supply lines and local procurement networks.
Targeting logistics can have outsized impact: cutting fuel, tyres, parts and food flows can degrade mobility, reduce operational tempo and force insurgent cells into riskier behaviour.
The incident was described as intelligence-led, with seizures that may help map facilitators, routes and financiers supporting terror activity.
Even where no high-profile commanders are caught, interdictions like this can provide leads for follow-up raids and arrests.
The Nigerian Army’s official updates described the action as part of efforts to cut terrorist resupply and degrade operational capacity.
TheCable also reported the interception and noted it formed part of intensified pressure on insurgent logistics networks.
Echotitbits take: Sustained interdictions matter more than one-off seizures. Watch for rapid exploitation of seized items (phones, receipts) and for any retaliation attempts on affected routes. Long-term success hinges on surveillance, informant protection and follow-through arrests.
Source: Daily Post Nigeria— December 20, 2025 https://dailypost.ng/2025/12/20/troops-intercept-vehicles-carrying-suspected-iswap-supplies-in-borno/
