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Army arrests suspected terrorist in Kaduna

Punch Nigeria November 06, 2026 4 views
Army arrests suspected terrorist in Kaduna

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Army Arrests Suspected Terrorist in Kaduna

Kaduna, Nigeria - The Joint Task Force, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has apprehended a suspected terrorist, Auta Maikyala, at a hospital in Kagarko Local Government Area of Kaduna State. Maikyala reportedly went to the hospital seeking treatment for a gunshot wound.

According to the source, Maikyala was arrested at the hospital where he was seeking medical attention for his injury. This event takes place in the context of ongoing efforts by the Nigerian military to combat terrorism in the country.

The apprehension of Maikyala comes as part of the Joint Task Force's mission to dismantle terrorist networks and neutralize threats in Kaduna State and surrounding areas. The authorities are now investigating Maikyala to establish his involvement in any terrorist activities.

  • Nigerian Army's Operation FANSAN YAMMA is a coordinated military operation targeting terrorist cells and criminal elements in the country.
  • Auta Maikyala is currently in custody, facing investigations regarding his alleged involvement in terrorist activities.
  • Kaduna State is located in the northwestern part of Nigeria and has been a focus for security operations due to its proximity to the country's volatile northern border regions.

The arrest of Maikyala highlights the ongoing efforts by the Nigerian military to safeguard the nation against terrorism and criminal activities. The full story can be found here.

<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>

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