Troops arrest suspected collaborator, destroy IEDs, recover 73 livestock
Troops of the Joint Task Force North-West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have arrested a suspected terrorist collaborator in Kaduna State, destroyed three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and recovered 73 livestock abandoned by fleeing terrorists in Zamfara State. On October 8, 2026, troops of Sector 1, acting on credible human intelligence, arrested Yusuf Adamu at Kuyello in […] Troops arrest…
On October 8, 2026, Joint Task Force North-West troops made an arrest in Kaduna State. Suspected terrorist collaborator Yusuf Adamu was detained in Kuyello, Birnin Gwari Local Government Area over alleged collaboration with terrorists. During questioning, Adamu confessed to involvement in terrorist activities. He admitted to recording a video of a female kidnap victim who was sexually assaulted by terrorists to demand ransom.
The suspect claimed the victim was killed after the ransom was paid, and he received N50,000 for his part. Ongoing investigations aim to capture the main suspect, Yusuf Iliya Sani, and other collaborators.
In Zamfara State, troops of Sector 2 worked with the Nigeria Police's Explosive Ordnance Disposal team. Along the Magami-Dansadau road, they found and destroyed three improvised explosive devices planted by terrorists. This clearance operation has brought relief to residents and road users, ensuring safer travel.
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