Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested a Nigerian Army personnel who was declared wanted over allegations of supplying military accoutrements to terrorists and other criminal elements.
The suspect, Private Mohammed Yusuf (23NA/84/1939) of the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory, Lagos, was apprehended at about 6:30 p.m. on 25 July 2026 by troops of the 7 Provost Group following credible intelligence.
The soldier had been declared wanted by the Nigerian Army on 23 July 2026 over allegations bordering on the illegal supply of military items to criminal groups. He was arrested at Jidari Bus Stop, Maiduguri, while allegedly attempting to escape to the Republic of Cameroon.
Preliminary investigations revealed that Private Yusuf absconded from his unit on 7 July 2026 and later moved to Maiduguri, where he reportedly went into hiding in the Gomari Costain area of Jere Local Government Area with the assistance of an associate.
The Nigerian Army said the arrest highlights the effectiveness of intelligence-led operations and its commitment to ensuring accountability among personnel whose actions threaten military discipline, ethics and national security.
The suspect is currently in the custody of the 7 Provost Group, where investigations are ongoing to determine the full extent of his alleged activities and identify other persons who may be connected to the case.
Operation HADIN KAI reiterated that there would be no safe haven for anyone involved in supporting terrorism or criminal activities, regardless of status or affiliation.
The military also urged members of the public to continue providing credible and timely information to security agencies, stressing that public cooperation remains vital to achieving lasting peace and security in the North-East.
