Security sources disclosed that the operation was carried out at about 12:47 a.m. on November 11, 2026, by troops of the 248 Battalion, with support from French Special Forces and the NCTC Tactical Team under the Office of the National Security Adviser.
The suspects were identified as Umaru Ali and his father, Muhammadu Ali, both reportedly from the Bauni village area.
During the operation, the troops recovered an AK-47 rifle, a magazine containing three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and N9,760 in cash.
Other items recovered included three motorcycle tubes.
The suspects were reportedly found to have links to terrorist groups, although the nature and extent of their alleged involvement have yet to be established.
They are currently in the custody of the 8 Military Intelligence Battalion (8 MIB) for further investigation.
