Troops Intercept Vans Supplying Logistics to Suspected ISWAP Terrorists in Borno
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have successfully intercepted two pick-up vans suspected to be conveying critical logistics supplies to fighters of the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Borno State, reinforcing ongoing security operations across North-East Nigeria.
The development was confirmed in a statement issued by the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force Operation Hadin Kai, Lt Colonel Sani Uba, who disclosed that the operation was executed following credible human intelligence.
According to the statement made available to The Bureau News, security operatives received actionable intelligence regarding suspicious movement of materials from Dapchi in Yobe State toward the Magumeri axis of Borno State. Troops were immediately deployed and tactically intercepted the vehicles along the identified route.
Recovered items include:
Two civilian vehicles
31 spare tyres
23 spare rims
Two bicycles
12 ignition key starters
Three alternators
Two bags of flour
One mattress
Five bags of charcoal
34 tubers of yam
Two blankets
Two nylons of garri
Assorted adult and children clothing
One power bank
Six mobile phones
Cash in different denominations
“Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North-East Operation HADIN KAI, working closely with the Civilian Joint Task Force, successfully intercepted two pick-up vans conveying logistics suspected to be intended for ISWAP terrorists,” the statement said.
The drivers of the vehicles have been taken into military custody for interrogation to determine their level of involvement and to support ongoing counter-terrorism investigations.
The operation highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-driven security efforts and collaboration between security forces and local security partners in cutting off terrorist logistics chains.
“This successful interception underscores the determination of troops to deny terrorists freedom of movement and disrupt their supply networks,” Lt Col. Uba assured.
The Bureau News recalls that in January, similar coordinated operations led to the interception of a large cache of arms in Zamfara State by troops of 1 Brigade, Operation Fasan Yamma, in collaboration with the Department of State Services.
Security watchers believe sustained pressure on logistics networks is critical to weakening terrorist capabilities across Nigeria’s North-East.
