Troops of the Nigerian Army have apprehended a suspected impostor who allegedly posed as a retired Major General in Kaduna State. The arrest was carried out on Wednesday, June 11, 2026, by soldiers from the 312 Artillery Regiment deployed at the Strike Force Base in the Sabo area, according to military sources.
Details of the Arrest
The suspect is accused of impersonating retired Major General A.T. Ibrahim. Intelligence reports led the troops to the suspect at approximately 9:14 a.m., resulting in his capture. A military source confirmed, “The individual was arrested for allegedly impersonating Maj.-Gen. A.T. Ibrahim (rtd) and is currently in military custody undergoing preliminary investigation.”
Next Steps
After the completion of initial military procedures, the suspect will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and potential prosecution. The motive behind the impersonation remains undisclosed, and it is unclear whether the suspect used the false identity to commit any crime.
Security agencies have stated that investigations are ongoing to uncover the full circumstances of the case and to determine if any other individuals were involved. The military has not yet released further details regarding the suspect's activities or potential accomplices.
