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Troops, Police Arrest 42 Suspected Kidnappers in Nasarawa Crackdown
Troops, Police Arrest 42 Suspected Kidnappers in Nasarawa Crackdown
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force and local vigilantes, have arrested 42 suspected kidnappers during a coordinated security operation in Akwanga Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation was carried out at about 9:45 a.m. on July 11 following reports of kidnapping activities in Nunku, Dundu, Takpir and Akka villages.
The joint security team swiftly mobilised to the affected communities, where 42 suspects were apprehended during clearance and cordon-and-search operations.
The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police Force at the Andaha Division for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Security authorities said the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to dismantle kidnapping networks and restore safety across Nasarawa State and neighbouring communities.
Troops, Police Arrest 42 Suspected Kidnappers in Nasarawa Crackdown
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Informants at Askira Uba Market
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of 115 Task Force Battalion have arrested two suspected terrorist informants during a security operation at Askira Uba Market in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 3:10 p.m. on Aug. 1 following intelligence-led surveillance by troops operating in the area.
The sources said the two suspects are believed to have been providing information to terrorist elements operating within the region.
Following their arrest, the suspects were handed over to the Headquarters, 28 Task Force Brigade, for further investigation and other necessary actions.
Military sources said the operation is part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist support networks by identifying and apprehending informants and collaborators aiding insurgent activities in the North-East.
Troops Arrest Two Suspected Terrorist Informants at Askira Uba Market
Troops arrest suspected ISWAP informant attempting to flee Adamawa community
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, have arrested a suspected ISWAP informant who allegedly attempted to flee after residents became suspicious of his activities in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Hassan Hammon Buba, 35, was arrested at about 2:30 p.m. on July 31 by troops of the 232 Battalion (Tactical) at Garaha Market.
The sources said the arrest followed credible intelligence linking the suspect to suspected insurgent activities.
According to the sources, the suspect allegedly tried to escape from the community after noticing that local residents were making efforts to report his suspicious movements and activities to security agencies.
Troops arrest suspected ISWAP informant attempting to flee Adamawa community
Troops arrest two suspected terrorist informants at Borno market
By Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation HADIN KAI, have arrested two suspected terrorist informants during a fighting patrol at Askira Market in Askira/Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspects were apprehended at about 3:10 p.m. on Aug. 1 by troops of the 115 Task Force Battalion acting on credible intelligence.
The suspects were identified as Gujiya Mamiyo Umar, 40, from Gargauli, and Adam Abba, 39, from Bulakurge village, both in Askira/Uba Local Government Area.
According to the sources, the troops arrested the duo during routine fighting and market patrols aimed at disrupting terrorist support networks and identifying collaborators operating within civilian communities.
The suspects were subsequently handed over to the Headquarters of the 28 Task Force Brigade for further investigation and other necessary actions.
Military sources said the operation forms part of ongoing intelligence-driven efforts by Operation HADIN KAI to dismantle terrorist logistics and intelligence networks across the North-East.
They added that the general security situation across the theatre remains calm but unpredictable, while troops continue to maintain high morale and operational readiness in the ongoing counter-insurgency campaign.
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