Inside the Joint Nigeria–US Operation That Neutralised ISIS Deputy Abu Bilal al-Minuki

On May 15, 2026, Nigerian and US forces carried out a precision raid in Metele, Borno State. The operation eliminated Abu Bilal al-Minuki, also known as Abour Mainok, the world’s second-in-command of ISIS. Crediting Nigeria’s intelligence agencies, US President Donald Trump praised the seamless coordination while President Bola Tinubu hailed it as a landmark in bilateral security cooperation. Days earlier, DSS operatives captured Abu Ghozi, a key ISWAP cell leader linked to attacks in Kogi, Osun, and Edo states. His detention provided critical insights that led to the strike on al-Minuki’s hideout. These successes underscore the vital role of the DSS, NIA, and DIA. With strong intelligence support, Nigeria’s armed forces are gaining the upper hand against terrorism.

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