Troops arrest five suspects, intercept logistics allegedly meant for terrorists in Borno

Troops of 3 Battalion (Motorised) have arrested five suspects and intercepted suspected logistics allegedly intended for terrorist couriers and vendors during a targeted operation in Ngala Local Government Area of Borno State.

The operation was conducted at about 5:35 p.m. on August 28, 2026 in Ladari and Gamboru Garage areas of Gamboru-Ngala.

During the operation, troops arrested Ali Dala, 35, in Ladari.

Four other suspects Babagana Amarja, 41; Garba Mohammed, 37; Abdullahi Mohammed, 53; and Mado Ali, 39 were arrested at Gamboru Garage.

The troops also confiscated several vehicles and logistics items suspected to have been intended for delivery to terrorist couriers and vendors operating within Gamboru and adjoining communities.

The vehicles included a white Volkswagen Golf 3 wagon with registration number A877 DKW, a black Golf 3 wagon with registration number ACA 787 AAC, a red Golf 3 wagon with registration number GAS 35, and a brown Vendon saloon car with registration number KBG 14 XA.

Other items recovered included eight jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) and a sack containing assorted medicines concealed inside a sack of charcoal.

The suspects and recovered items are currently in the custody of 3 Battalion for further investigation and necessary action.

The operation forms part of ongoing efforts by troops to disrupt terrorist logistics and supply networks across the theatre.

The general security situation across the theatre remained calm but unpredictable, while troops’ morale and fighting efficiency remained satisfactory.