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Troops Intercept Terrorist Logistics Courier, Recover Ammunition in Zamfara 

By: Zagazola Makama 

Troops of 1 Brigade, in collaboration with the Zamfara State Community Protection Guards (ZSCPG), have arrested a suspected terrorist logistics courier in Gusau Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 2:40 p.m. on April 24 at Lalan Commercial Motor Park in Gusau following credible intelligence.

The suspect was reportedly intercepted while attempting to board a commercial vehicle heading to Shinkafi town.

According to the sources, a search conducted on the suspect led to the discovery of ammunition concealed inside a container of palm oil.

Items recovered include 270 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and 54 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition.

Preliminary investigation reportedly revealed that the suspect received the consignment from an individual identified as Abubakar Danfulani in Toto Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, for onward delivery to TsaiKa village in Shinkafi LGA of Zamfara State.

The suspect is currently in custody of the Joint Investigation and Fusion Centre (JIFC), Operation Forest Yaki, for further investigation and necessary action.

Security authorities said the interception is part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist logistics and arms supply chains across the North-West.