BY SUNDAY SAMUEL—Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI, have recorded a series of operational gains across the theatre, including the arrest of suspected terrorists and collaborators, rescue of kidnapped civilians, and recovery of explosive devices during coordinated missions.
In one of the operations, troops stationed at Ngamdu while conducting engagements within the area arrested two suspected terrorists identified as Haruna Adamu (32) and Ibrahim Adamu (20). Preliminary findings indicate that the suspects fled from Zamfara State into Yobe State. Items recovered from them include mobile phones, a power bank, identification card, suspected illicit substances, charms and other personal effects. The suspects have since been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation.
In a related development, troops of 254 Battalion under Headquarters Sector 2 arrested a suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP informant, Ali Muhammad (30), at Ngamdu Market. The suspect, who had been on a watchlist, was found with cash, a mobile phone, identification cards, charms, a knife and an exercise book containing contact details of suspected terrorist associates. He has been transferred to Sector 2 Headquarters for further interrogation, with the arrest described as a significant disruption to enemy intelligence networks in the area.
Similarly, troops conducting a night operation around the Mubi general area in Adamawa State arrested five suspected drug peddlers found in possession of various items, including ammunition. The suspects remain in custody pending further investigation.
In another incident, troops deployed in Madagali, in collaboration with members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), responded to a distress call on a kidnapping case and successfully rescued two victims, Barnabas Apagu (12) and Ruth Apagu (10). Efforts are ongoing to secure the release of other abducted persons still in captivity.
Additionally, troops in Kukareta area of Yobe State recovered a hand grenade believed to have been abandoned by fleeing terrorists. The explosive was safely secured in line with standard procedures.
The Military High Command commended the troops for their professionalism and resilience, urging them to sustain the operational tempo. It reaffirmed its commitment to degrading terrorist capabilities, protecting lives and property, and restoring lasting peace and stability across the North East. Members of the public were also encouraged to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies in support of ongoing operations.
