Troops Arrest Father, Son Over Terrorism Suspicions, Recover AK-47 in Sokoto

Troops Arrest Father, Son Over Terrorism Suspicions, Recover AK-47 in Sokoto

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a father and his son over suspected links to terrorist activities in Bauni Forest, Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State, recovering an AK-47 rifle, ammunition and other items during the operation.

The suspects, identified as Muhammadu Ali and his son, Umaru Ali, were arrested at about 12:47 a.m. on Wednesday, November 11, during a coordinated security operation in the forest.

The operation involved troops of the 248 Battalion, supported by French Special Forces and the tactical team of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) under the Office of the National Security Adviser.

Security sources said the two suspects were allegedly linked to terrorist groups operating in the area. However, the nature and extent of their alleged involvement have yet to be established, as investigations are ongoing.

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Items recovered from the suspects included an AK-47 rifle, a magazine containing three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and the sum of ₦9,760 in cash.

Troops also recovered three motorcycle tubes during the operation.

Following their arrest, Muhammadu Ali and his son were transferred to the 8 Military Intelligence Battalion for further investigation.

The arrests form part of ongoing military efforts to track down suspected terrorist elements and disrupt their activities in Sokoto State and other parts of the North-West.

The investigation is expected to establish the suspects’ alleged connections, identify any possible accomplices and determine whether they played any role in terrorist activities in the area.

Troops Arrest Father, Son Over Terrorism Suspicions, Recover AK-47 in Sokoto