Troops intercept two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers, seize 750 litres of petrol in Yobe

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers and recovered a large quantity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) during a snap checkpoint operation in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was conducted at about 3:30 p.m. on June 24 by troops of the 27 Task Force Brigade Garrison following credible intelligence on the movement of suspected terrorist collaborators along the Buni Gari–Bara road.

The suspects were identified as Lawali Alhaji Yunusa and Musa Ibrahim Baguwa, both natives of Kukawa Ward in Gulani Local Government Area of Yobe State.

Items recovered from the suspects include two TVS motorcycles, 30 jerrycans of 25 litres each filled with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), amounting to about 750 litres of fuel, one Tecno mobile phone and the sum of ₦49,650.

Military sources said the suspects and the recovered exhibits are currently in the custody of the 27 Task Force Brigade Garrison for further investigation to establish their links with Boko Haram logistics networks.

The arrest is part of ongoing efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to disrupt the supply chain sustaining terrorist activities in the North-East by intercepting fuel, food and other logistics destined for insurgent enclaves.

Troops intercept two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers, seize 750 litres of petrol in Yobe

Troops Intercept Vehicle Conveying Suspected Explosive Materials in Kaduna

By Zagazola Makama

Security operatives have intercepted a vehicle conveying suspected explosive materials during a stop-and-search operation in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the interception occurred at about 6:10 p.m. on June 24 at Barde village.

The sources said the vehicle, driven by one Lawal Musa, was stopped during a routine security check, during which personnel discovered a quantity of suspected explosive powder and three detonating wires concealed in the vehicle.

The suspect was immediately arrested, while the recovered materials were taken into custody for further examination.

Security sources said the suspect is undergoing preliminary investigation to ascertain the source and intended use of the suspected explosive materials, while further investigations are ongoing.

Troops Intercept Vehicle Conveying Suspected Explosive Materials in Kaduna

15-Year-Old Herder Arrested After Alleged Farmland Destruction in Plateau

By Zagazola Makama

Security operatives have arrested a 15-year-old herder following the destruction of a farmland in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 1:00 p.m. on June 24 after a distress report was received that cattle had invaded and destroyed a farm belonging to one Benjamin Pam at Rakwok village.

The sources said security personnel from Sub-Sector 41, Gashish, responded promptly to the scene but discovered that the herders had fled with their cattle upon sighting the approaching security team.

A pursuit was immediately launched, leading to the arrest of one of the herders, identified as Muhammadu Bashir, 15.

The suspect was taken into custody and is being held while the relevant authorities commence the necessary legal and administrative procedures.

Security sources said efforts were ongoing to identify and apprehend other herders who fled the scene.

15-Year-Old Herder Arrested After Alleged Farmland Destruction in Plateau