Troops of the Joint Task Force (North-East) Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have arrested suspected Boko Haram collaborators, including an alleged drone supplier, and neutralised insurgents in separate operations across Adamawa and Borno states.
In a statement issued on Feb. 19 by the Media Information Officer, Lt.-Col. Sani Uba, the troops, in collaboration with local vigilantes and hunters, sustained offensive operations aimed at disrupting terrorist activities in the region.
According to the statement, troops of Sector 4 under the 28 Task Force Brigade apprehended a 28-year-old suspect, Ismail Muhammed, described as a terrorist logistics supplier, in the Visik General area of Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Items recovered from the suspect included one AK-47 magazine, rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, military accoutrements and assorted foodstuffs. He is currently in custody undergoing further investigation.
In a separate operation in Madagali Local Government Area, troops neutralised a terrorist commander identified as Abdullahi Mafa during an ambush around the Visik River line. An AK-47 rifle and a loaded magazine were recovered from the suspect.
Acting on further intelligence, troops also arrested a 64-year-old Dauda Usman Gubula at Madagali Motor Park. He was alleged to be a terrorist collaborator and drone supplier, accused of providing drones later weaponised and used against troops.
Recovered items included two aerial drones, drone accessories and 20 solar power banks.
Meanwhile, in Sector 2, troops of Operation HADIN KAI, working with local vigilantes and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), repelled insurgent activity in Ngamdu, Borno State.
The statement said a terrorist informant attempting to breach defensive positions was neutralised, while logistics items were recovered during the operation.
Military authorities said the ongoing missions are part of sustained efforts to dismantle insurgent supply networks, restore security and protect communities across the North-East.
The Military High Command commended the troops for their sacrifices and dedication in the fight against terrorism, urging them to sustain the operational tempo.
