Troops Arrest Terrorist Collaborator, Recover Livestock in Kaduna, Zamfara

On October 8, military forces from the Joint Task Force North-West executed two operations in Kaduna and Zamfara states. In Kaduna, they apprehended a suspected terrorist collaborator, identified as Yusuf Adamu, in the Birnin Gwari Local Government Area. The arrest came after receiving credible intelligence about his alleged collaboration with terrorists.

During the interrogation, the suspect admitted to participating in recording a video of a female kidnapping victim who was sexually assaulted by terrorists to demand ransom. The suspect also claimed that the victim was killed after the ransom was paid, and he received ₦50,000 for his involvement. Further investigations are underway to apprehend the main suspect, Yusuf Iliya Sani, and other collaborators.

Concurrently, in Zamfara, troops neutralized three improvised explosive devices (IEDs) planted by terrorists along the Magami-Dansadau road. This action was aimed at preventing further threats to commuters and road users. The successful clearance operation was met with positive reactions from residents and road users. In the same region, troops responded to reports of terrorists moving with rustled livestock between Kombo and Gurusu villages.

They apprehended the suspects, who fled and abandoned the animals. The recovered livestock consisted of 14 camels, 19 cows, and 40 sheep, which were moved to a secure location with local vigilantes for further actions. The military emphasized its commitment to dismantling terrorist support networks, eliminating explosive threats, and safeguarding lives and property. They urged the public to report any suspicious activities to security agencies.