Again, Troops Arrest Suspected ISWAP Spy in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a 26-year-old man suspected of spying for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and plotting attacks against military formations in Borno State.

Security sources disclosed that the suspect, identified as Mustapha Mohammed, was apprehended by troops of 19 Brigade deployed at the Kekeno-Monguno checkpoint on June 19 following credible intelligence.

According to reliable information obtained on Sunday, the suspect was allegedly involved in intelligence gathering and collaboration with ISWAP terrorists.

Sources indicated that preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect was linked to plans by terrorists to attack troops deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Kekeno.

“Acting on credible intelligence, troops of 19 Brigade deployed at the Kekeno-Monguno checkpoint arrested one Mustapha Mohammed, aged 26 years, suspected to be an ISWAP terrorist spy.

“The suspect was arrested for allegedly collaborating with terrorists on possible plans to attack troops deployed at FOB Kekeno,” the report stated.

Military authorities said the suspect is currently in the custody of 19 Brigade for further interrogation and intelligence exploitation.

Again, Troops Arrest Suspected ISWAP Spy in Borno

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 Arrest Two Kidnappers in Borno, Recover AK-47 Rifle

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with members of the Hybrid Force, have arrested two suspected kidnappers during an intelligence-led operation in Gubio Local Government Area of Borno State.

According to sources, the suspects were apprehended at about 6:00 p.m. on June 21 following credible intelligence on the activities of a kidnapping syndicate operating within the area.

The sources stated that troops of the 5 Brigade provided route security and close support to the Hybrid Force during the operation, which led to the successful tracking and arrest of the suspects.

Military authorities said one AK-47 rifle and a magazine were recovered from the suspects during the operation.

“The suspects and the recovered arms have been forwarded to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and necessary action,” the report stated.

Operation Hadin Kai has sustained offensive and intelligence-driven operations aimed at degrading the capabilities of terrorists, kidnappers and other criminal elements in the region.

Troops Arrest Two Kidnappers in Borno, Recover AK-47 Rifle