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Army says no incident recorded along Abuja-Kaduna corridor due to troops’ sustained Operations – Commander
Army says no incident recorded along Abuja-Kaduna corridor due to troops’ sustained Operations – Commander
By: Zagazola Makama
The Commander, Sub Sector 4, Operation FANSAN YANMA, Sector 1, 1 Division Nigerian Army, Col. I.R. Adom, says sustained military operations and proactive deployment of troops have ensured that no major security incident has been recorded along the Abuja-Kaduna road and rail corridor in the last four years.
Adom stated this during a media tour of military formations in Kaduna organised for defence correspondents.
He said the primary responsibility of Sub Sector 4 was to provide security along the Abuja-Kaduna expressway and rail corridor, as well as adjoining communities, critical national infrastructure and other strategic facilities within its area of responsibility.
According to him, troops have maintained relentless pressure on bandits and other criminal elements operating around the corridor, leading to improved security and freedom of movement for commuters.
“Our primary responsibility is the security of the Abuja-Kaduna road and rail corridor, as well as the adjoining critical national infrastructure, communities and associated facilities on the corridor.
“So far, the operation has been going on very well and, as you can attest, the road has remained quite secure.
“For about two years now, there has been no major security incident on the road. This is due to the proactive actions of the troops deployed on both the road and rail corridors,” he said.
The commander added that troops also respond swiftly to distress calls from communities located along the corridor and within the operational area.
He disclosed that troops recently rescued some kidnapped victims along the Katari-Gurara axis, an area that had previously experienced security challenges.
“About two weeks ago, we rescued some kidnap victims along the Katari-Gurara road. That is another corridor where we have been working hard to contain security threats.
“Today, people can travel from Katari to Gurara and from Gurara to Katari without any major disturbances,” he said.
Adom said troops routinely conduct offensive operations against criminal elements and were preparing for another operation at the time of the media visit.
On the activities of bandit groups within the area, the commander said troops had continued to neutralise criminal elements whenever encountered during operations.
He also confirmed a recent clash between rival bandit groups along the Rijana and Gwagwada axes.
“There was an infighting among some bandit groups along the Rijana axis and also the Gwagwada axis.
“Some bandits were neutralised during the clash. It was an infighting between two groups over cattle rustling activities.
“Some of the corpses were later recovered and brought for burial,” he said.
Adom assured residents of the military’s commitment to sustaining aggressive operations aimed at denying bandits freedom of action and maintaining security along the strategic Abuja-Kaduna corridor and surrounding communities.
He urged members of the public to continue supporting security agencies with credible information to enhance ongoing efforts to combat insecurity in the area.
Army says no incident recorded along Abuja-Kaduna corridor due to troops’ sustained Operations – Commander
Troops Arrests Fulani Youth Leader Over Terror Attack in Kaduna Community
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 7 under Operation Enduring Peace have arrested a Fulani youth leader in connection with a recent terrorist attack on Naridon Community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Zakari Yahu Adamu, was apprehended at about 4:00 p.m. on Aug. 6 at Fadan Chanwe in Kauru LGA following ongoing investigations into the attack.
According to the sources, Zakari Yahu Adamu is a Fulani youth leader in the area and is being investigated over his alleged connection to the recent terrorist incident at Naridon Community.
The suspect is currently in custody, while investigators continue efforts to establish his level of involvement and identify other individuals linked to the attack.
Security sources said the arrest is part of sustained intelligence-led operations by Operation Enduring Peace to track down those responsible for violent attacks and strengthen security across affected communities in Kaduna State.
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Troops Impound 28 Livestock Over Illegal Grazing, Farm Destruction in Plateau’s Mangu
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have intercepted 28 livestock, comprising 23 cattle and five additional cattle found destroying farmland, as well as 10 rams, during separate operations against illegal grazing in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that at about 6:05 p.m. on Aug. 2, troops of Sector 8 deployed at Telengpat Guard Location intercepted 23 cattle and 10 rams grazing in a restricted area at Telengpat Village.
The livestock were immediately moved to a safe location to prevent further damage, while the MACBAN youth leader in Pushit was contacted to assist in identifying the owners for necessary administrative action.
In a related development, at about 6:21 p.m., troops deployed at Lamor Guard Location responded to a distress call over the destruction of a farm belonging to Mr. Felix Garba at Lamor Village, also in Mangu LGA.
On arrival, the troops intercepted five cattle grazing on the affected farmland without any herder in attendance.
The livestock were similarly secured and moved to a safe location pending the identification of their owners.
Security sources said efforts are ongoing to trace the owners of the animals and ensure appropriate action is taken in accordance with existing conflict-resolution procedures aimed at preventing further escalation of farmer-herder tensions in the area.
The operations form part of ongoing efforts by Operation Enduring Peace to curb illegal grazing, protect farmlands during the farming season and prevent disputes from degenerating into violent communal clashes across Plateau State.
Troops Impound 28 Livestock Over Illegal Grazing, Farm Destruction in Plateau’s Mangu
Troops Arrest Suspected Boko Haram Fighter Linked to May Attack on Military School in Yobe
By Zagazola Makama
Troops have arrested a suspected Boko Haram terrorist allegedly involved in the May 8 attack on the Nigerian Army Special Forces School (NETTS) in Buni Yadi, Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, Musa Abdulhamid, 26, was arrested at about 11:30 a.m. on Aug. 4 while allegedly attempting to infiltrate the military facility.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect, who said he hails from Potiskum, Yobe State, allegedly confessed to being among the Boko Haram fighters that attacked the school on May 8, 2026.
According to the sources, the suspect identified three alleged Boko Haram commanders—Mohammed, Mustapha, and Ismail—as those who led the operation.
He further claimed that the assault had been planned for a long time, with the fighters hiding in bushes near a rocky area around Buni Gari before launching the attack.
The suspect also disclosed that although commanders usually concealed casualty figures from rank-and-file fighters, the group was believed to have lost more than 10 members during the operation, as many of those who took part never returned to their camps.
According to the sources, the suspect said the group’s commanders rarely disclosed details of planned attacks in advance. Instead, fighters were reportedly briefed only when operations were imminent, after their mobile phones had been collected, and were then directed to designated targets.
He also claimed that the insurgents constantly moved from one hideout to another to evade detection by security forces and admitted to operating a long firearm during the attack, although he said he did not know its specific type.
Military sources said the suspect remains in custody and will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and profiling.
The arrest is expected to provide security agencies with additional intelligence on the planning, command structure and operational methods of Boko Haram cells operating in the North-East.
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