Troops arrest suspected gunrunner, intercept 200 rounds of ammunition in kaduna

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have arrested a suspected gunrunner and intercepted 200 rounds of ammunition in Zaria Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

A security source disclosed that the suspect was apprehended at about 3:15 a.m. on March 29 during a joint intelligence-led operation involving troops of 2 Battalion and a team from the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA).

The source said the operation followed credible intelligence on the movement of the suspect, who was reportedly en route to Kaduna from Jos through Dambo community in Zaria.

“Troops swiftly established a snap checkpoint at Dambo, where the suspect was intercepted in possession of 200 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition,” the source said.

He added that the suspect has been handed over to ONSA for further investigation and necessary action.

The source noted that the arrest is part of ongoing efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal arms and ammunition, as well as disrupt criminal networks operating across the North-West and North-Central regions.

Troops arrest suspected gunrunner, intercept 200 rounds of ammunition in kaduna

Troops intercept vehicle conveying suspected terrorist logistics in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have intercepted a vehicle conveying suspected logistics supplies meant for Boko Haram terrorists along Maiduguri–Mafa road in Borno State.

A military source disclosed that the vehicle, with registration number GZA 359 XA, was intercepted during a stop-and-check operation conducted by troops of 195 Battalion (Mechanised) at a checkpoint.

According to the source, the interception followed a thorough search of the vehicle, which revealed several cartons of assorted medical drugs, motorcycle tubes, and brand-new motorcycle tyres concealed in sacks.

Other items recovered include mosquito nets, rolls of mats, cartons of air brake cylinders for heavy-duty trucks, and cartons of detergent.

Preliminary investigation indicated that the items lacked proper clearance and were being transported to Kusuri, a border town en route to Chad.

“All efforts to trace the owners of the items proved abortive,” the source said.

He added that the vehicle, recovered items, and the civilian drivers would be handed over to the appropriate military intelligence unit for further investigation and necessary action.

Troops intercept vehicle conveying suspected terrorist logistics in Borno

Troops arrest another suspected terrorist logistics supplier in maiduguri

By: Zagazola Malama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have arrested a suspected Boko Haram logistics supplier in Maiduguri, Borno State.

A military source disclosed that the suspect, identified as Mohammed Adamu, 26, was apprehended at Muna Garage during an intelligence-led operation.

According to the source, the suspect was intercepted while conveying 25 one-litre containers of engine oil concealed in sacks, along with a sum of N624,900.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect was on a mission to procure and supply logistics items, including motorcycle parts, to Boko Haram terrorists before his arrest.

“The suspect confessed to being involved in the supply of logistics to different террорист elements for a long period,” the source said.

Items recovered from him include 25 one-litre containers of engine oil, the cash sum of N624,900, one Infinix mobile phone, a power bank, a national identity card and three ATM cards.

The source added that the suspect would be handed over to the appropriate military intelligence unit for further investigation and necessary action.

Troops arrest another suspected terrorist logistics supplier in maiduguri