From Molly Kilete, Abuja
The Nigerian Army said its troops on internal security operations in Nassarawa, Plateau and Zamfara states have arrested wanted terrorist Alhaji Adamu Bajara, who has been on multiple security watch lists. The soldiers also arrested a female arms courier and dismantled a notorious network of terrorists, seizing a significant cache of weapons and ammunition. The army said the soldiers recorded the feat in a series of well-coordinated operations conducted in the areas to wipe out terrorists, bandits, kidnappers and other criminal groups terrorizing the peace of the states. During these raids and ambushes, numerous terrorists were said to have been neutralized, and a high-profile terrorist was captured. The army in a statement, said “on 17 October 2024, working alongside other security agencies, troops trailed and arrested a female firearms courier and her accomplice at Barikin Ladi Motor Park in Plateau State. Intelligence had revealed that this gunrunning syndicate was smuggling arms from Plateau to terrorists in Zamfara State.
“The operation led to the arrest of Mrs Fidausu Hassan and Mr Sani Isah Musa, from whom the troops recovered 505 rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition.
“In another decisive operation, troops raided the residence of a known terrorist in Ambakka village, located at the Plateau-Nasarawa border. The operation resulted in the arrest of Alhaji Adamu Bajara, a wanted person on multiple security watch lists. Three AK-47 rifles and two rounds of 7.62mm (special) ammunition were recovered from his residence while the troops continue to pursue his accomplices. The troops also responded swiftly to a report of cattle rustling in Mile 8, Pankshin Local Government Area, recovering 46 stolen livestock after overpowering the criminals in the encounter.
