During intensified operations in Adamawa State, troops from Operation HADIN KAI dismantled a su!.cide bombing network and intercepted terrorists’ logistics.
In a statement released on Monday, January 5, 2025, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, the media information officer for Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, stated that the operations are a part of ongoing cordon-and-search operations aimed at the perpetrators and facilitators of the recent su!.cide bombing at the Gamboru Market mosque.
During the operation, eight suspects were taken into custody, two of whom were thought to be the main facilitators in the su!.cide bombing network.
In a related development, on January 4, troops in the state’s Maiha Local Government Area also seized a sizable shipment of suspected t£√√0rists’ supplies.
“Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have recorded significant operational successes in Adamawa State, continuing intensified cordon-and-search operations targeting perpetrators and facilitators of the Gamboru Market Mosque su!.cide bombing,” the statement read.
“Following sustained surveillance on identified locations, OPHK troops executed a coordinated cordon-and-search operation in the Yan Lemo area of Mubi South Local Government Area in the early hours of 5 January 2026. Eight suspects were apprehended, including two principal suspects believed to be key facilitators within the su!.cide bombing network.
“A search of the suspects’ residence led to the recovery of cash, mobile phones, identification documents, ATM cards, jewellery, and other personal effects, which are currently undergoing forensic analysis to support ongoing investigations.
“During identification procedures, a suspect already in custody positively identified the two principal suspects as individuals who supplied materials used in preparing the Improvised Explosive Device (IED). Additional occupants of the residence were also linked to the network.
“All suspects remain in military custody, undergoing detailed interrogation to facilitate further intelligence recovery before being transferred for continued investigation.
“In a related development, OPHK troops intercepted a large consignment of suspected t£√√0rists’ logistics in Mayo Nguli, Maiha Local Government Area of Adamawa State on 4 January 2026.
“The troops seized 45 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), with a total volume of approximately 1,125 litres, suspected to have been smuggled for t£√√0rists use.
“The suppliers reportedly fled upon sighting the troops, abandoning the petroleum products, which are now in military custody pending further action. The operation was conducted without incident, and no casualties were recorded.
“These operations underscore OPHK’s unwavering resolve to dismantle terrorist networks, disrupt logistics and supply chains, prevent future attacks, and bring all perpetrators and collaborators of terr0r_sm to justice.