Troops arrest suspected ISWAP collaborator in Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the 196 Amphibious Battalion Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP collaborator during a routine security check in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno.

Security sources disclosed that the suspect, identified as Mrs Kellu Alhaji Abba, 50, was apprehended at about 8:00 a.m. on May 20 at the C Company 7 Platoon checkpoint.

The sources said the suspect, a Kanuri woman residing in Lawanti area of Baga town, was intercepted while allegedly conveying supplies to her son, identified as Modu Mustapha, a suspected terrorist operating within the Dumba general area.

According to the sources, items recovered from the suspect included four ready-to-use supplementary food packs, two hijabs and one wristwatch.

The military said the suspect was currently in the custody of the 196 Amphibious Battalion for further investigation and necessary action.

The sources added that the security situation across the theatre remained calm but unpredictable, while troops maintained satisfactory morale and fighting efficiency.

Troops arrest suspected ISWAP collaborator in Borno

Troops Recover 34 Livestock While Herder Missing in Alleged Secret killing by locals in Mangu

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Enduring Peace have recovered 34 livestock while herder managing the livestock had gone missing in alleged suspicious secret killing in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:05 p.m. on May 19 when troops responded to reports of stray cattle grazing in Mbor village.

On arrival at the scene, the troops reportedly recovered 34 cattle found grazing on cultivated farmland without a herder present.

Sources said the intervention followed concerns that the herder managing the livestock had gone missing or was allegedly attacked in secrete assassination by locals during the dispute.

The livestock were immediately moved to a safe location to prevent further destruction of crops and to avoid escalation of tensions within the community.

Security sources said local stakeholders, including community leaders, were engaged to help trace the whereabout of owner and clarify the circumstances surrounding the missing herder.

They added that investigations were ongoing to establish the whereabouts of the herder and ensure accountability for all parties involved.

Troops Recover 34 Livestock While Herder Missing in Alleged Secret killing by locals in Mangu

Troops Raid Criminal Hideouts, Arrest 10 Suspects in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1 of Operation Safe Haven have conducted coordinated raid operations on suspected criminal hideouts in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, leading to the arrest of 10 suspects.

Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 9:00 p.m. on May 19 at Gurum and Mista-Ali communities as part of ongoing efforts to deny criminal elements freedom of action within the area.

The troops reportedly stormed identified hideouts and arrested the suspects during the operation without incident.

A total of 10 suspects were taken into custody and are currently undergoing profiling and preliminary investigation.

Security sources said the raid forms part of sustained clearance operations aimed at curbing criminal activities, including banditry, kidnapping, and other related offences across Plateau State.

They added that security patrols and intelligence-driven operations would continue in vulnerable communities to restore lasting peace.

Troops Raid Criminal Hideouts, Arrest 10 Suspects in Plateau