NDLEA arrests woman with live ammunition in Zamfara

Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) have arrested a woman in possession of live ammunition in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State, suspected to be transporting the items to bandits.

The suspect, reportedly from Birnin Magaji LGA, was intercepted during a routine stop-and-search operation along the Tsafe–Gusau highway on Wednesday. The ammunition was discovered concealed in her luggage.

Chairman of Tsafe LGA, Malam Garba Shehu, confirmed the arrest and commended the NDLEA for what he described as a “major breakthrough” in efforts to stop the flow of arms and criminal supplies across the state.

“I commend the NDLEA operatives for their vigilance and dedication. This arrest has prevented dangerous ammunition from reaching criminal elements threatening peace in our communities,” he said.

Shehu assured continued local government support for security agencies, warning that anyone aiding criminal activity would face the full weight of the law.

The suspect has been transferred to a secure facility for further investigation, while security operatives intensify efforts to identify the source and intended recipients of the ammunition.

Tsafe and neighbouring communities have recently seen heightened security operations as authorities work to dismantle bandit supply routes linking Birnin Magaji, Tsafe, and the Dansadau forest axis.