Six relatives of suspected Boko Haram members have surrendered to troops of Operation HADIN KAI in Borno State.
The individuals turned themselves in during two separate incidents on July 24, 2026, to soldiers of C Company, 192 Battalion (Mechanised), stationed in Gwoza Local Government Area.
According to military sources, the first group arrived at the military base at about 7:45 a.m. It consisted of 55-year-old Samaila Vuringwa, Falmata Samaila, 13, and Walida Samaila, 10.
Preliminary findings showed that the three individuals escaped from the Wa’a terrorist enclave before making their way to the troops in search of safety.
Furthermore, security personnel recovered primary and secondary school certificates along with ₦460,000 from the group during the initial screening process.
Later the same day, at about 1:35 p.m., another group of three also surrendered to the same military unit.
The second group included Amina Nahadiye, 64, Zainabu Zaza, 62, and Amina Mugula, 61.
According to preliminary investigations, they also fled the Wa’a enclave located in the Mandara Mountains before surrendering to the troops.
In addition, soldiers recovered two torchlights and ₦252,000 from the second group during the screening exercise.
Military authorities said all six individuals have undergone preliminary profiling, documentation and security screening.
Meanwhile, they remain in the custody of the 192 Battalion for further investigation and processing in line with established military procedures.
However, the military is expected to complete detailed background checks before determining the next steps for the individuals.
Authorities have not indicated whether the six people played any direct role in insurgent activities. Instead, investigations are expected to establish their identities, movements and possible links to members of the terrorist group.
Operation HADIN KAI has repeatedly encouraged terrorists, their associates and family members to surrender while assuring that every case will be handled according to established procedures and existing laws.
Furthermore, military officials continue to urge residents to provide credible information that can assist security agencies in locating terrorist.
