In a shocking incident, the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) has killed the traditional leader of Malam Boulamari, a community in Niger's Diffa region near the Nigeria-Niger border.

Renowned security expert Zagazola Makama, known for his expertise in counter-insurgency efforts in the region, revealed that ISWAP shared disturbing images of the execution. These graphic visuals, intended as propaganda, aim to instill fear among local populations and deter them from cooperating with government or security forces.

The attack is part of ISWAP's brutal strategy of targeting traditional leaders and civilians suspected of aiding counter-insurgency operations. These actions are designed to dismantle community structures and spread fear, further destabilizing the region.

The Diffa region, situated along the borders of Niger, Nigeria, and Chad, has become a hotspot for insurgent activity. Both ISWAP and Boko Haram continue to wreak havoc by attacking villages, ambushing security personnel, and obstructing humanitarian efforts. Its strategic position as a transit and operational hub allows insurgents to execute cross-border attacks with alarming precision and frequency.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for collaborative regional efforts to combat insurgency and restore peace to affected communities.