Nigerian Military Announces Death of ISWAP Chief Propagandist
During a monthly briefing on July 31, 2026, the Nigerian Defense Headquarters confirmed the killing of Abu Salim al-Barnawi, the chief propagandist for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP). The high-value target was neutralized during a series of July operations in the northeast that also saw 102 other terrorists killed and 397 kidnap victims rescued. Officials reported that sustained pressure on insurgent enclaves has led to the surrender of senior finance operatives in Borno and Yobe states.
Date: July 31, 2026
Location: Borno, Nigeria
Conflict: Nigeria Insurgency
Category: terrorism
Severity: MEDIUM
Casualties reported: 102
Source: Xinhua News Agency