Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have recorded major operational gains in Adamawa State, dismantling key elements of a suicide bombing network linked to the Gamboru Market Mosque attack and disrupting suspected terrorist logistics supply routes.
Zig Diaries Defence
Date: Monday, 05 January 2026
Time: 11:40 WAT
Location: đź“Ť Adamawa State, Nigeria
The successes were achieved through intensified, intelligence led cordon and search operations targeting perpetrators, facilitators and logistics enablers of recent suicide bombing activities across the North East theatre.
According to a statement signed by the Media Information Officer, Headquarters Joint Task Force (North East) Operation HADIN KAI, Lieutenant Colonel Sani Uba, OPHK troops carried out a coordinated cordon and search operation in the Yan Lemo area of Mubi South Local Government Area in the early hours of 5 January 2026, following sustained surveillance on identified locations.
During the operation, eight suspects were apprehended, including two principal suspects believed to be key facilitators within the suicide bombing network. A search of the suspects’ residence led to the recovery of cash, mobile phones, identification documents, ATM cards, jewellery and other personal effects, all of which are undergoing forensic analysis to support ongoing investigations.
Preliminary identification procedures further established the suspects’ roles, with a suspect already in custody positively identifying the two principal suspects as individuals who supplied materials used in preparing the Improvised Explosive Device used in previous attacks. Additional occupants of the residence were also linked to the network.
All suspects remain in military custody and are undergoing detailed interrogation to recover further intelligence before being transferred for continued investigation.
In a related operation, OPHK troops on 4 January 2026 intercepted a large consignment of suspected terrorists’ logistics in Mayo Nguli, Maiha Local Government Area of Adamawa State. The troops recovered 45 jerrycans of Premium Motor Spirit, estimated at about 1,125 litres, suspected to have been smuggled for terrorist use.
The suppliers reportedly fled on sighting the troops, abandoning the petroleum products, which are now in military custody pending further action. The operation was conducted without incident, and no casualties were recorded.
Operation HADIN KAI stated that the operations underscore its unwavering resolve to dismantle terrorist networks, disrupt logistics and supply chains, prevent future attacks and bring all perpetrators and collaborators of terrorism to justice.
Members of the public were once again urged to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies, as sustained community support remains critical to securing the North East and denying terrorists the space to operate.
🏷️ Tags: Operation HADIN KAI, Adamawa State, Suicide Bombing Network, Counter Terrorism, Military Operations, North East Nigeria
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