Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested a serving soldier and a police officer for their alleged involvement in smuggling arms and logistics to Boko Haram and ISWAP terrorists in Nigeria’s North East region. The arrests were made between September 26 and 28, following intelligence-led operations.
According to a credible source at the Army Headquarters, the suspects were caught with military-grade ammunition, rifles, and communication devices. The source stated that surveillance led to a sting operation, which resulted in the apprehension of the suspects. Preliminary investigations have confirmed their alleged links to a wider supply network, which is now under close watch.
The duo is currently in military custody for interrogation and will face disciplinary measures before being handed over for prosecution. The arrests are seen as a significant step in dismantling insider collusion and disrupting terror logistics chains. The Nigerian Army has reiterated its determination to rid the service of corrupt elements and sustain public confidence in ongoing counter-terrorism operations.
In a related development, troops also apprehended a suspected Boko Haram collaborator in the Baga area of Borno. Additionally, three motorcycles ferrying 32 jerry cans of petrol were intercepted at Kasuwan Dere, Mubi South Local Government Area of Adamawa. In the North West, troops of the 17 Brigade arrested a suspected terrorist logistics supplier and an informant in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina. Preliminary investigations have linked the suspects to an arms dealer with ties to an operative codenamed Babaru.
The arrests are part of ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in Nigeria. The Nigerian Army has been engaged in a protracted battle against Boko Haram and ISWAP, and the latest arrests are seen as a significant blow to the terror groups’ logistics and supply chains. The army’s efforts to root out corruption and insider collusion are crucial to the success of its counter-terrorism operations. As the situation continues to unfold, the Nigerian Army remains committed to protecting civilians and restoring peace in the affected regions.
