Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist, Family Member and Kidnapper, Recover AK-47 in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested two suspected criminal collaborators, including a suspected terrorist and members of his family, during separate intelligence-led operations targeting terrorist and kidnapping networks in Lokoja Local Government Area of Kogi State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the first operation was conducted at about 10:00 a.m. on Nov. 4, 2026, by troops of Sector 3 deployed at Atsawa, following reports of terrorist activities in Agbaja and Kakanda forests in Lokoja LGA.
During the operation, the troops apprehended a suspected terrorist alongside members of his family over alleged involvement in terrorist activities.
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The troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, four rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and a Baofeng communication radio.
In a separate operation conducted about an hour later, troops of Sector 3 deployed at Jamata acted on intelligence that suspected kidnappers and their collaborators were hibernating in Agbaja Forest.
The troops subsequently trailed and apprehended another suspect allegedly involved in kidnapping activities.
One motorcycle and other miscellaneous items were recovered during the operation.
The suspects and recovered exhibits are currently in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.
The operations highlight ongoing efforts by security forces to dismantle criminal networks, disrupt collaboration between terrorists and kidnappers, and deny armed groups safe havens within forested areas of Kogi State.
