Two suspected ISWAP logistics suppliers arrested at checkpoint in Borno

Troops of 18 Battalion, Nigerian Army, have arrested two suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) logistics suppliers on the predominant entrance of the battalion headquarters in Molai, Jere Local Government Area of Borno State.

Security sources mentioned the suspects had been apprehended at about 3:30 p.m. on October 25, 2026, throughout a safety examine on the navy set up.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects had been allegedly on their technique to a terrorist transit level in Ajiri once they had been intercepted by the troops.

During the operation, the troops recovered one cell phone, a bicycle and a amount of maize flour from the suspects.

The suspects and recovered objects are at present in navy custody for additional investigation and vital motion.

According to safety analyst Zagazola Makam, the arrest types a part of ongoing safety operations by troops of the Nigerian Army to disrupt terrorist logistics networks and stop the motion of provides to rebel teams working within the North-East.