A Chinese national among several suspected logistics suppliers and collaborators of terrorist groups have been arrested by troops of Operation Hadin Kai.
The stride was recorded during a coordinated operations in Borno and Yobe States.
Addressing news men at the Defence Headquarters in Abuja, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye said the arrests were made in Kukawa and Ngala Local Government Areas of Borno State and that of Geidam in Yobe State.
“… troops, in conjunction with security agencies and hybrid forces, conducted offensive operations in Gwoza, Ngala and Marte LGAs of Borno State as well as Bade and Gujba LGAs of Yobe State.
“Troops arrested 5 terrorists logistics suppliers, collaborators and a Chinese nationale claiming to be a miner during well-coordinated operations conducted in Kukawa and Ngala LGAs of Borno State as well as Geidam LGA of Yobe State between 5 – 7June 2025.
“Amongst the items recovered were vehicle, motorcycle, mobile phones, Chinese International passport, while the sum of N10,000.00 was also recovered from them.
“Troops responded to information about terrorists’ activities in Gwoza and Abadam LGAs of Borno State as well as Nangere LGA of Yobe State from 6 – 9 June 2025. During the encounters, troops killed some terrorists and rescued 3 kidnapped victims.
“Some weapons and ammunitions were recovered from them. their camp and equipment were burnt insitu.
General Kangye noted that the military’s primary objective is to safeguard the lives and property of Nigerians, while promoting a just and secure society.
He said proactive measures, such as enhanced surveillance and intelligence gathering are being implemented to respond swiftly to evolving security challenges, neutralize threats and maintain national peace.
Providing update on recent military operations, Major General Kangye reported that in the South-South region, troops under Operation Delta Safe have intensified efforts against crude oil theft and illegal refining, leading to the dismantling of illicit sites and the seizure of materials used in these activities.
In the Northwest, he highlighted the achievements of Operation Fasan Yama, where operations in Zamfara and Sokoto States led to the neutralization of threats, rescue of hostages, and recovery of equipment.
He however appealed for continued public support and cooperation, stressing that national security could only be engendered through collective effort.
General Kangye reassured Nigerians that the Armed Forces of Nigeria is committed to upholding the rule of law by ensuring the safety and security of all through ongoing strategic operations across the country.
