Nigerian Military Intercepts Terrorist Logistics Couriers Carrying High Caliber Ammunition in Kogi State

Military forces in Kogi State seized 314 rounds of ammunition and AK, 47 magazines during a checkpoint operation on the Obajana, Kabba road.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 20, 2026, 6:54 AM EDT

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

Strategic Checkpoint Neutralizes Insurgent Supply Line

Nigerian security forces achieved a tactical breakthrough on Monday when troops from the 12 Brigade successfully intercepted a vehicle suspected of aiding terrorist operations. The arrest occurred at a snap checkpoint established at RA Oshokoshoko, a location chosen based on specific intelligence tracking the suspects as they traveled from Makurdi toward Obajana. This operation highlights the military reliance on rapid deployment and intelligence gathering to disrupt the flow of illegal armaments within the Kogi State corridor.

Discovery of Concealed Weaponry and Munitions

A detailed search of the intercepted vehicle revealed a significant cache of lethal hardware hidden behind the driver’s seat. According to security reports, soldiers recovered 314 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition along with three AK, 47 magazines stashed inside a sack. The concealment of these items suggests a deliberate attempt to bypass standard security screenings while moving through the Lokoja Local Government Area, pointing to a sophisticated logistics network serving regional insurgent groups.

Physical Evidence and Documentation Seized

Beyond the physical weaponry, the military secured various personal items and communication devices that may provide further insight into the broader terror network. Items currently in possession of the security forces include two mobile phones, a driver’s license, and a National Identification Number slip. These pieces of evidence, alongside a recovered identity card, are expected to facilitate the tracking of the suspects' contacts and previous movements across the state lines of Benue and Kogi.