Troops arrest two suspected ISWAP informants in Borno
Troops arrest two suspected ISWAP informants in Borno
Troops under Operation Hadin Kai have apprehended two suspected ISWAP informants in Kaga LGA of Borno state.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency publication focused on the Lake Chad region, that the suspects were apprehended at about 3:00 am on Tuesday following credible intelligence from a watch-keeper who reported suspicious movements within the Mainok general area.
“Troops of the 156 Task Force Battalion swiftly responded and intercepted the suspects while moving towards the Goni–Masari axis,” Makama said.
“The sources disclosed that the suspects were found in possession of electrical cables at the time of their arrest, raising suspicions over possible sabotage or support activities for terrorist elements.
“They are currently in custody and undergoing preliminary investigation to ascertain their roles and possible links with terrorist groups.”
The publication noted that the operation highlights the role of community-based intelligence in ongoing counter-insurgency efforts across the north-east.
