BREAKING: Leaked DSS Memo Reveals Planned Boko Haram Attack, Kidnapping Plot

A leaked Department of State Services (DSS) intelligence memo has warned of a planned Boko Haram attack and kidnapping operation targeting parts of Adamawa and Borno states following the reported collapse of a ceasefire arrangement with the two state governments.

The intelligence communication, dated July 27, 2026, was addressed to the Commander of the 23 Armoured Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Yola, Adamawa State. The document, referenced 0.211/3827, was signed on behalf of the Adamawa State Director of Security by Ben Osifor.

According to the memo, intelligence available to the DSS indicates that Boko Haram terrorists are planning coordinated operations in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State and Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.

The document stated, “Intelligence has revealed plans by Boko Haram terrorists to carry out major operations around Michika LGA, and Askira Uba LGA in Adamawa and Borno States, respectively to register the collapse of ceasefire agreement with the state governments.”

The memo further warned that the insurgents intend to abduct senior government officials, traditional rulers, religious leaders and residents during the planned attacks.

It said, “The terrorists planned to abduct high government officials, councilors, district heads, pastors and locals residing in the LGAs. Furthermore, the terrorist elements are targeting to kidnap district head of Michika alongside his son, who stays in his residence.”

According to the intelligence report, the terrorists have already begun preparations for the planned operations by deploying surveillance teams to monitor their intended targets.

“Already, the terrorists have deployed surveillance team in preparation for the planned attack,” the memo stated.

In response to the intelligence, the DSS advised security agencies to strengthen surveillance and security measures across the affected communities to prevent the attacks from being carried out.

The agency urged the Nigerian Army to work closely with local security volunteers, including forest guards and hunters, to improve security in the threatened areas.

“In view therefore, it is advised that troops in collaboration with forest guards and hunters beef up security measures around the LGA, with a view to preventing the planned operations by the terrorists,” the report said.

The intelligence alert was forwarded to the Nigerian Army for necessary action amid renewed concerns over Boko Haram activities in parts of the North-East.