Troops Intercept Smuggled Fuel, Recover 23 Jerrycans in Adamawa

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have intercepted a large quantity of smuggled Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) during a night patrol in Maiha Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

Security sources said the operation was conducted at about 8:10 p.m. on April 21 by troops of 23 Brigade Special Battalion at Humbutudi village.

The troops reportedly intercepted 23 jerrycans, each containing 25 litres of PMS, suspected to be destined for terrorist elements operating within the North-East.

On sighting the troops, the smugglers abandoned the consignment and fled the area.

The recovered items are currently in military custody for further action.

The sources said the interception forms part of ongoing strangulation operations aimed at disrupting logistics supply chains to terrorist groups within the theatre of operations.

Troops Intercept Smuggled Fuel, Recover 23 Jerrycans in Adamawa

Troops Arrest Suspected Assailant, Recover Arms in Kaduna Operation

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have arrested a suspected assailant and recovered firearms following an attack on forest guards and hunters in Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

Security sources said the operation was carried out on April 23 at about 9:35 a.m. by troops of Sector 7 of Operation ENDURING PEACE (OPEP), who responded to reports of attackers withdrawing towards Jaginde Forest after the incident at Gidan Waya.

The troops reportedly pursued the fleeing suspects towards Ungwan Maruwa, during which one suspect abandoned his motorcycle and escaped upon sighting the advancing troops.

A search of the area led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, one AK-49 rifle, and a motorcycle, among other items.

The sources added that a follow-on operation conducted in Gidan Waya resulted in the arrest of a suspect identified as Ahmed Musa, who is believed to be linked to the attack on forest guards and hunters.

The arrested suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the fleeing syndicate.

Security authorities reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks and enhancing safety in Kaduna State.

Troops Arrest Suspected Assailant, Recover Arms in Kaduna Operation

Terrorists Kill Butchers’ Association Leader in Katsina, Troops Launch Pursuit

By: Zagazola Makama

Suspected terrorists have killed the leader of the Butchers Association of Nigeria, Ruwan Godiya branch, in an attack on the outskirts of Ruwan Godiya village in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.

Security sources said troops of Sector 2 under Operation FANSAN YAMMA responded to the incident at about 1:25 p.m. on April 21 after receiving reports of terrorist activity in the area.

On arrival, the troops discovered that Sa’adu Amadu, identified as the leader of the local butchers’ association, had been shot dead in his compound by a suspected terrorist kingpin known as Dogo Musa.

The attackers were said to have fled the scene immediately after the killing.

Troops reportedly pursued the suspected assailants along their withdrawal route, but no contact was established.

The sources added that search operations and patrols have been intensified in the general area to track down the perpetrators and prevent further attacks.

Terrorists Kill Butchers’ Association Leader in Katsina, Troops Launch Pursuit