Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Logistics Suppliers in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested two suspected members of the Boko Haram terrorist group allegedly involved in transporting logistics items for insurgents in Borno.

A military source disclosed on Sunday that the suspects, identified as Ibrahim Muhammad and Saidu Abdulazeez, were apprehended by troops of the 162 Amphibious Battalion at a checkpoint along the Mandaragirau–Sabon Gari road in Borno State.

The source said the arrest was made at about 3:00 p.m. on June 20 during a routine checkpoint operation aimed at disrupting terrorist movements and supply networks within the North-East theatre.

According to the source, the suspects were intercepted while conveying items suspected to be intended for terrorist elements operating in the area.

Items recovered from them included a red Golf vehicle, 15 yards of clothing materials, a public address system, a school bag, a vacuum flask, a Tecno mobile phone, an Android phone, an OPay debit card and related transaction receipts.

“The suspects were arrested while transporting items suspected to be logistics supplies for Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists. The recovered items and the suspects are currently in military custody for further investigation and intelligence exploitation,” the source said.

The source added that the suspects and exhibits had been moved to Abogo Largema Cantonment, where security operatives were conducting further interrogation to determine possible links to terrorist networks and identify other collaborators.

Military authorities believe the arrest could provide useful intelligence on the movement of supplies, finances and personnel supporting insurgent activities in the North-East.

The source noted that the general security situation across the theatre remained calm but unpredictable, adding that troops continued to maintain a high level of vigilance in ongoing counter-terrorism operations.

Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Logistics Suppliers in Borno

Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 29 Task Force Brigade have neutralised a suspected intruder during a perimeter patrol in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.

According to sources, the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on June 20 at Ngamdu, where troops were conducting routine security patrols around a military location.

The sources stated that the troops sighted a female intruder approaching the defensive perimeter of the position.

The suspect was subsequently neutralised near the parapet during the operation.

Military authorities said the patrol was completed successfully without any further security incident.

Ngamdu, located along a strategic corridor in Kaga Local Government Area, has remained an area of security interest due to ongoing counter-insurgency operations in the North-East.

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai continue to maintain surveillance and conduct routine patrols aimed at preventing attacks and safeguarding military positions and surrounding communities.

Troops Neutralise Intruder Near Military Position in Borno

Fubara Celebrates Fathers, Describes Them as Society’s Unsung Heroes

By: Michael Mike

Rivers State Governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has paid tribute to fathers, describing them as the unsung heroes whose sacrifices and resilience constitute the foundation of stable families and a prosperous society.

In a goodwill message to mark the 2026 Father’s Day celebration, the governor said fathers play indispensable roles in nurturing families and strengthening communities despite prevailing economic and social challenges.

Fubara noted that across the 23 local government areas of Rivers State, countless fathers make enormous sacrifices daily to provide for their families, often enduring hardship and denying themselves comforts to secure a better future for their children.

According to him, Father’s Day offers an opportunity to celebrate the quiet acts of love, commitment and selflessness that define fatherhood and sustain societies across generations.

“A father’s love is quiet strength. It is the man who leaves home before dawn and returns after dusk so his children can eat and go to school. It is the man who denies himself so his family can have. It is the firm hand that corrects and the open arms that forgive. That love is the invisible thread that holds our homes together, and that sacrifice is the foundation of our society,” the governor said.

Reflecting on the struggles endured by many fathers, Fubara said he had seen men labour under harsh conditions, paddle through floods and persevere through adversity simply to create opportunities for the next generation.

“That is heroism without medals,” he added.

The governor stressed that responsible fatherhood is critical to building stable homes and peaceful communities, arguing that the strength of Rivers State ultimately depends on the strength of its families.

“When fathers stand, families stand; when families stand, communities stand; and when communities stand, Rivers State stands,” he stated.

Fubara assured residents that his administration would continue to draw inspiration from the sacrifices and resilience of fathers in pursuing policies and programmes aimed at building a state that rewards hard work and promotes the well-being of families.

He also prayed for good health, strength and long life for fathers, grandfathers, uncles, guardians and mentors, so they could reap the rewards of their labour and continue to guide future generations.

Father’s Day is observed annually on the third Sunday of June in Nigeria and many other countries to recognise the invaluable contributions of fathers and father figures to family life and societal development.

Fubara Celebrates Fathers, Describes Them as Society’s Unsung Heroes