Army Arrests Father and Son Suspected of Terrorism in Sokoto, Recovers AK-47 Rifle
Troops of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with French Special Forces and the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), have arrested two suspected terrorists identified as a father and son during an intelligence-led operation in Sokoto State.
The suspects, Muhammadu Ali and his son, Umaru Ali, were apprehended at Bauni Forest in Tangaza Local Government Area at about 12:47 a.m. on November 11.
The operation involved troops of the 248 Battalion and their supporting teams.
Items recovered during the operation include one AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, ₦9,760 in cash and three motorcycle tubes.
The Army said the suspects, who are reportedly linked to terrorist groups, have been taken into the custody of the 8 Military Intelligence Battalion (8 MIB) for further investigation.
