By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have recovered an AK-47 rifle and intensified a manhunt for a suspected ISWAP logistics supplier in Magumeri Local Government Area of Borno State.
Security sources said the operation followed credible intelligence on the movement of a wanted suspect identified as Mallam Malti, believed to be involved in supplying arms and ammunition to ISWAP elements.
According to the sources, the suspect was last sighted at Golaram area, near Gubio axis, carrying a bag suspected to contain weapons intended for delivery to terrorists.
Troops of 212 Battalion, supported by members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), swiftly mobilised to the area and conducted a thorough search along the suspected route.
“Although the suspect evaded arrest, troops recovered one AK-47 rifle and an empty magazine concealed in a shelter during the operation,” the source said.
The sources added that efforts to apprehend the suspect are ongoing, with security operatives maintaining close monitoring of his known associates and networks.
