Troops arrest suspected ISWAP member while attempting to infiltrate Maiduguri

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a suspected member of Boko Haram/ISWAP in Borno while attempting to infiltrate Maiduguri.

Sources told Zagazola Makama that the fighter known as Saina, was apprehended at about 4:42 p.m. on March 29 at a checkpoint in Kilo Papa area.

The arrest was carried out by troops of 21 Special Armoured Brigade and allied security operatives deployed at the checkpoint.

According to the sources, the suspect was intercepted while on transit to Maiduguri in a civilian vehicle and was found wearing a woodland camouflage trouser, raising suspicion.

Preliminary interrogation revealed that the suspect initially claimed to be a member of hybrid forces operating in Kumshe.

However, further questioning indicated that he is an active member of a terrorist group and was suspected to be on a reconnaissance mission.

The suspect has been handed over to military intelligence for detailed investigation.

Troops arrest suspected ISWAP member while attempting to infiltrate Maiduguri

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