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Troops arrest suspected terror logistics couriers in Kogi

Nigerian troops under Operation MESA have arrested two suspected terrorist logistics couriers along the Obajana–Kabba road in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.

This was made known in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in Lake Chad region. State.

Makama stated, citing sources, that the operation was conducted on Monday, following credible intelligence report on the movement of suspected terrorist logistics couriers.

According to the report, troops of 12 Brigade mounted a snap checkpoint at RA Oshokoshoko and intercepted a vehicle conveying the suspects en route Obajana from Makurdi.

A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of a sack containing 314 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and three AK-47 magazines, concealed behind the driver’s seat.

Other items recovered include two mobile phones, a driver’s licence, a National Identification Number (NIN) slip, and an identity card.

The suspects and recovered items are currently in military custody for further investigation and action.