Suspected Foreign National Arrested by Troops in Yobe State
In a significant security operation, troops of the Northeast Joint Task Force, operating under Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), have apprehended a suspected foreign national at a checkpoint along the Damaturu–Potiskum Expressway in Yobe State. The arrest occurred during the early hours of April 3, 2026, as part of routine military activities aimed at bolstering security in the region.
Details of the Arrest
According to a credible military source based in Maiduguri, the suspect, identified as Abdulrazak Muhammad, aged 31, was taken into custody at approximately 3:09 a.m. by troops from the 233 Battalion. The operation was conducted along the expressway, a key route in northeastern Nigeria, where security forces have been intensifying efforts to combat terrorism and related threats.
The suspect was reportedly a Ghanaian national from Accra, traveling without valid identification at the time of his arrest. Items recovered from him included:
- Three mobile phones without SIM cards
- A notebook
- Foreign currency estimated at 3 Ghanaian cedis and 50 pesewas
Interrogation and Security Concerns
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect allegedly provided conflicting accounts of his identity and movements. At different times, he claimed links to Mali, Ghana, and Nigeria, while also stating that he was a student in Ghana. Security sources noted that he appeared incoherent when questioned about his destination and purpose of travel to Nigeria, raising suspicions about his intentions.
The suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue to determine his true identity, movements, and any possible security implications. This arrest underscores the ongoing vigilance of Nigerian troops in the fight against terrorism and cross-border security threats in the Northeast.
