Military Personnel Apprehend Wanted Kidnapping Suspect Linked to Violent Attack on Local Financial Operator

Troops in Adamawa have arrested a wanted kidnapper linked to a March attack on a POS operator. The suspect is now in DSS custody for further investigation.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 25, 2026, 3:53 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Daily Post Nigeria

Successful Covert Military Operation

Troops from the 232 Battalion (Tactical), operating under the mandate of Operation HADIN KAI, have successfully apprehended a high profile kidnapping suspect in Adamawa State. The arrest took place during a covert mission in Loko village on April 21, 2026, at approximately 10:35 a.m. The operation was first reported by prominent security analyst Zagazola Makama, who noted that the military’s tactical approach allowed for a swift apprehension without collateral damage. The suspect’s location was identified through sustained intelligence gathering aimed at dismantling criminal networks operating within the Song Local Government Area.

Connection to Previous Violent Crimes

Preliminary security findings have linked the arrested individual to a violent incident involving a Point of Sale (POS) operator on March 12, 2026. During that attack, which occurred in the same local government area, the operator was targeted by a group of armed men. Security sources indicate that the suspect was positively identified as one of the key participants in the assault. The targeting of POS operators has become a growing concern in the region, as these individuals often handle significant cash volumes in underserved areas, making them frequent targets for robbery and kidnapping syndicates.

Status on National Wanted List

Beyond the specific attack in March, the suspect was already a person of interest for national security agencies. Data shared by the Department of State Services (DSS) confirmed that the individual had been on their wanted list for an extended period due to his alleged involvement in multiple kidnapping related activities across the North East. Following the military arrest, the 232 Battalion handed the suspect over to the DSS for formal interrogation and the commencement of prosecution. This inter agency cooperation is seen as a vital component in the ongoing effort to secure the state against coordinated criminal elements.