RismadarVoice Reporters, May 6, 2026
Troops of the Joint Task Force (North East), Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), have recorded fresh operational gains, including the arrest of suspected terrorists and collaborators, rescue of kidnapped civilians, and recovery of explosives in ongoing counter-insurgency operations across the region.
According to a statement by the Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, troops deployed at Ngamdu in Yobe State apprehended two suspected terrorists, identified as Haruna Adamu (32) and Ibrahim Adamu (20), during operations in the town. Preliminary findings indicate the suspects fled from Zamfara State. Recovered items include mobile phones, a power bank, identification cards, suspected illicit substances, charms, and other personal effects. They have been handed over for further investigation.
In a related development, troops of the 254 Battalion under Sector 2 arrested a suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP informant, Ali Muhammad (30), at Ngamdu Market. The suspect, who was on a watchlist, was found with cash, a mobile phone, identification cards, charms, a knife, and a notebook containing contact details of suspected terrorist associates. Military authorities described the arrest as a significant disruption to terrorist intelligence networks in the area.
Elsewhere, troops operating around Mubi in Adamawa State arrested five suspected drug peddlers during a night operation. Items recovered from the suspects included ammunition. They are currently in custody for further investigation.
In Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State, troops in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) responded to a kidnapping incident, successfully rescuing two victims, identified as Barnabas Apagu (12) and Ruth Apagu (10). Efforts are ongoing to secure the release of other abducted persons.
Meanwhile, troops deployed in Kukareta, Yobe State, recovered a hand grenade believed to have been abandoned by fleeing terrorists. The explosive was safely secured in accordance with standard procedures.
The Military High Command commended the troops for their efforts and urged them to sustain the momentum in ongoing operations. It also reassured the public of its commitment to degrading terrorist capabilities, protecting lives and property, and restoring peace and stability in the North-East.
Residents were encouraged to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to support ongoing military operations.
