Troops Arrest 6 ISWAP Logistics Suppliers In Borno

Troops of Sector 1 Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), acting on credible intelligence, have intercepted a suspected terrorist logistics network and arrested six suspects during a well-coordinated covert operation aimed at disrupting terrorist supply chains in the North East Theatre.

A statement issued to journalists on Monday in Maiduguri by the acting military information officer, OPHK, Captain Mohammed Goni, said the intelligence-led operation, conducted at about 4:00 p.m on 19 July 2026, involved the establishment of an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation along a suspected terrorist logistics route.

Goni said the operation culminated in the arrest of six suspected terrorist logistics suppliers travelling in five vehicles while conveying a large consignment of materials destined for terrorist elements.

He said items recovered during the operation include 202 cartons of herbicides, one jerrycan containing suspected acid, 1 Starlink wireless internet communication system, 6 bags of NPK fertiliser, 10 bags of rice, 50 hoes, and 20 packs of knapsack sprayer pumps.

The OPHK Spokesman added that the preliminary assessment indicates that the recovered consignment comprises materials with potential dual-use applications that could support terrorist logistics, sustainment, mobility, and communications.

He said some of the recovered items, particularly the NPK fertilisers and suspected acid, will undergo further technical and forensic examination to determine their intended use, including any possible application in the fabrication of Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).

Goni noted that the seizure represents a significant disruption of suspected terrorist logistics networks and further degrades their ability to sustain operational activities.

He said the six suspects and all recovered items have been handed over to the appropriate Military Intelligence Regiment for a comprehensive investigation to identify the intended recipients, establish the wider logistics network, and facilitate the apprehension of other collaborators and sponsors.

He further said that preliminary debriefings of rescued hostages and surrendered terrorist families indicate that the sustained disruption of terrorist logistics and supply chains by Operation HADIN KAI has significantly degraded the operational capability of terrorist groups.

The statement said that, according to the debriefings, persistent shortages of food, medical supplies, communications equipment, and other essential logistics have compelled many terrorists to abandon their hostages, families and enclaves while fleeing sustained military pressure.

“Operation HADIN KAI remains resolute in dismantling terrorist logistics and support networks through sustained intelligence-driven operations. The Theatre will continue to target terrorists, their financiers, logistics suppliers, informants, and collaborators to deny them the resources, freedom of movement, and operational capability required to sustain their campaign of terrorism.

“The continued degradation of terrorist logistics remains a key operational objective and has proven instrumental in compelling terrorists to abandon their enclaves, surrender in increasing numbers, and relinquish captives held within their camps.

“The general public is encouraged to continue supporting security agencies by providing timely and credible information on suspicious persons, movements, and activities within their communities. Such cooperation remains vital to the success of ongoing counter-terrorism operations and the restoration of lasting peace and security in the North East,” the statement read.