Troops arrest 5 kidnappers, recover arms in Yobe raid

The troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with the Yobe State Hunters Group, have arrested five suspected kidnappers and recovered arms and ammunition during an intelligence-led operation in Yobe State.

The operation was carried out at Jegalari Village in Fune Local Government Area of Yobe State by troops of the 233 Battalion deployed at the Damaturu Military Cantonment on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

The Acting Military Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Mohammed Goni, in a statement issued on Friday, said the operation was launched following credible intelligence on the activities of suspected criminals operating in the area.

Goni listed items recovered during the raid to include three locally fabricated AK-47 rifles, one locally made pistol, assorted ammunition, and four mobile phones believed to be connected to the suspects’ activities.

Section of newly commissioned Osun flyover damaged after heavy rainfall

Goni said the five suspects are currently in custody alongside the recovered exhibits and are undergoing further investigation to determine their involvement in kidnapping and other criminal offences.

He reaffirmed Operation Hadin Kai’s commitment to sustaining intelligence-driven operations aimed at denying terrorists and other criminals freedom of action across the North-East.

The army spokesperson also urged Nigerians to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons, movements, or activities to the nearest security agency, stressing that timely and credible information from citizens remains vital to ongoing efforts to enhance security and protect communities across the country.