By Ikugbadi Oluwasegun
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a soldier declared wanted by the Nigerian Army over alleged involvement in the illegal supply of military accoutrements to terrorist and other criminal elements.
The suspect, 23NA/84/1939 Private Mohammed Yusuf of the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, Lagos, was apprehended at about 6:30 p.m on 25 July 2026 by troops of 7 Provost Group at Jidari Bus Stop, Maiduguri, following credible human intelligence. He had been declared wanted on 23 July 2026 on the same allegations and was reportedly attempting to flee to the Republic of Cameroon at the time of his arrest.
Preliminary investigation revealed that Private Yusuf absconded from his unit on 7 July 2026 and relocated to Maiduguri, where he went into hiding in the Gomari Costain area of Jere Local Government Area with the assistance of an associate.
The Army said the arrest underscores the effectiveness of intelligence-driven operations and its commitment to holding personnel accountable for actions that undermine military ethics, discipline, and national security.
The suspect is currently in the custody of 7 Provost Group, where further investigation is ongoing to establish the full extent of his activities and identify other individuals who may have been involved.
In a statement signed by Captain Mohammed Goni, Acting Military Information Officer, Operation HADIN KAI reiterated that there is no safe haven for individuals who support terrorism or any form of criminality, irrespective of their status.
“The military remains resolute in upholding professionalism, accountability, and the highest standards of integrity in the conduct of ongoing counter-insurgency operations,” the statement said.
The public was also urged to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to support the restoration of lasting peace and security across the theatre.
