Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have dismantled a suspected suicide bombing network and intercepted logistics believed to be meant for terrorists during separate operations in Adamawa state.
The military said the operations were part of intensified cordon-and-search efforts targeting those behind the Gamboru Market Mosque suicide bombing.
According to the Joint Task Force (North East), troops carried out a coordinated operation in the Yan Lemo area of Mubi South LGA in the early hours of January 5, arresting eight suspects. Two of those apprehended were described as principal facilitators in the suicide bombing network.
Items recovered from the suspects’ residence included cash, mobile phones, identification documents, ATM cards, jewellery, and other personal effects. The items are undergoing forensic analysis to aid ongoing investigations.
The military said a suspect already in custody identified the two principal suspects as suppliers of materials used in assembling the improvised explosive device. Other occupants of the residence were also linked to the network.
All suspects are currently in military custody and undergoing interrogation before being handed over for further investigation.
In a related operation on January 4, troops intercepted suspected terrorists’ logistics in Mayo Nguli, Maiha LGA. The soldiers seized 45 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit, estimated at about 1,125 litres, believed to have been smuggled for terrorist use.
The suppliers reportedly fled on sighting the troops, abandoning the fuel, which has been taken into military custody. No casualties were recorded during the operation.
The military said the operations underscore its resolve to dismantle terrorist networks, disrupt supply chains, prevent future attacks, and bring collaborators to justice. It also urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies to sustain security across the North East.