Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected terrorist informants during an intelligence-led security operation at Askira Uba Market in Askira Uba Local Government Area of Borno State.
The operation was reported by security analyst Zagazola Makama.
According to the report, troops of the 115 Task Force Battalion apprehended the suspects at about 3:10pm. on August 1 after carrying out surveillance based on intelligence received on their alleged activities within the area.
Makama reported that preliminary intelligence indicated the two suspects were allegedly providing information to terrorist elements operating in parts of the North-East.
“The suspects are believed to have been providing information to terrorist elements operating within the region,” the report stated.
According to the report, the suspects were subsequently handed over to the Headquarters of the 28 Task Force Brigade for further investigation and other necessary actions.
The report added that military authorities described the arrest as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist support networks by identifying and apprehending suspected informants and collaborators believed to be aiding insurgent operations across the region.
Military operations targeting suspected terrorist logistics and intelligence networks are continuing across the North-East as troops intensify efforts to dismantle insurgent support structures and improve security in affected communities.
Borno market bust: Troops arrest two suspected terrorist informants in intelligence operation