Nigerian Troops Arrest Female Ammunition Courier Supplying Arms to Notorious Terrorist
In a significant breakthrough, troops of the Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have apprehended Shamsiyya Ahadu, a 25-year-old suspected female ammunition courier believed to be supplying arms to the camp of notorious terrorist kingpin Bello Turji.
The arrest was made on December 28 in the Badarawa area of Shinkafi Local Government Area, Zamfara State, according to a statement issued on Sunday by the operation’s Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Centre, Lt. Col. Abubakar Abdullahi.
Ahadu was detained alongside her accomplice, a motorcyclist identified as Ahmed Husaini. They were found in possession of 764 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and six magazines, which were allegedly destined for Turji’s camp.
Operation Based on Intelligence
The military revealed that the arrest followed actionable intelligence concerning the movement of terrorist logistics in the area.
“Her arrest followed an intelligence report regarding the movement of the terrorists’ logistics along the road from Kware to Badarawa communities in the Shinkafi Local Government Area of Zamfara State,” the statement read.
“In response to the development, troops of Operation Fansan Yamma promptly established a roadblock leading to the apprehension of the suspects.”
The two suspects are now undergoing investigation, authorities confirmed.
Commitment to Combat Terrorism
The statement reaffirmed the military’s resolve to dismantle terrorist networks and curb the illegal flow of arms and ammunition in the region.
“Both suspects are currently undergoing investigation by appropriate authorities,” the statement continued.
It added, “Members of the public are therefore urged not to relent in their efforts at providing credible information that would lead to the arrest of wanted terrorists and their collaborators.”
The military further expressed its gratitude to the local population for their sustained cooperation and support in aiding counterterrorism operations.
“[The troops] appreciate the sustained local support it is enjoying from the people towards the fulfillment of the operation’s mandate,” the statement concluded.
Ongoing Operations
The arrest is seen as a significant blow to the logistics network of Bello Turji, one of the most wanted terrorist leaders in the region. Turji’s camp has been a focal point of criminal activities, including kidnappings and attacks on civilians.
Authorities have called for continued public collaboration to provide intelligence that will aid in dismantling terrorist strongholds and preventing future attacks.