Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested four suspected terrorists in separate security operations carried out in Kogi and Kwara states as part of ongoing efforts to curb criminal activities and strengthen security in vulnerable communities.

According to security sources, two suspects were arrested in Kogi State by troops of the 12 Brigade in collaboration with local vigilantes during a fighting patrol in Ajaokuta Local Government Area.

The operation, which reportedly took place around 9:00 a.m. on May 19, was conducted along the Eganyi–Atabatam–Epiri–Ebatoto–Idebe axis following sustained surveillance and intelligence-driven patrols targeting criminal movements in the area.

During the coordinated operation, the troops apprehended the suspects and recovered one motorcycle, a machete, and a mobile phone from them.

The suspects and the recovered items were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police Force for further investigation and possible prosecution.

In a separate operation in Kwara State, troops of the 22 Brigade arrested two suspected collaborators linked to terrorist activities during an intelligence-led mission in Edu Local Government Area.

The suspects were intercepted around 11:00 a.m. on May 18 by troops stationed at Patrol Base Zambufu following intelligence reports concerning the suspected movement of weapons within the area.

During preliminary interrogation, the suspects allegedly claimed they were invited by police operatives to assist in locating a suspected terrorist hideout. They also alleged that they witnessed individuals believed to be police officers transporting weapons to an unknown destination.

Authorities, however, said the claims remain under investigation as security agencies work to establish the true circumstances surrounding the incident.

The suspects are currently in custody undergoing further interrogation and profile get, while investigations continue into possible arms trafficking networks and other criminal connections in the region.

The Nigerian Army said the operations form part of ongoing measures aimed at dismantling terrorist networks and improving security across Kogi, Kwara, and other vulnerable communities.

Nigerian Tribune)