Troops of Sector 7, Operation Enduring Peace, have intercepted suspected terrorists’ logistics suppliers, recovered several firearms, and arrested six suspects during a stop-and-search operation in Kaduna State.
The operation was carried out at about 9:40 a.m. on Monday, July 13, 2026, at the Samaru checkpoint in Samaru Village, Zonkwa District of Zangon Kataf Local Government Area.
According to a statement issued by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force Operation ENDURING PEACE, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the suspects were intercepted while travelling in an ash-coloured Mercedes-Benz with registration number EDO GUE-722-LV.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects were travelling from Jos, Plateau State, to Niger State. During the search, troops recovered three AK-47 rifles, four sub-machine guns, and the vehicle conveying the suspects.
The military disclosed that one of the suspects attempted to escape during the operation but was immediately subdued. The suspect is reported to be in stable condition and is cooperating with investigators.
The operation forms part of the Joint Task Force’s ongoing offensive aimed at disrupting criminal networks, dismantling terrorist logistics, and denying armed groups freedom of movement within the Operation ENDURING PEACE Joint Operations Area.
The arrested suspects and recovered items are currently in military custody for further investigation and exploitation.
Operation ENDURING PEACE commended members of the public for their continued cooperation and urged residents to remain vigilant by promptly reporting suspicious activities and individuals to the appropriate security agencies.