Troops Arrest Suspected Terrorist Informant in Borno

Troops of the 154 Task Force Battalion, working alongside Forest Guards and members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), have arrested a suspected terrorist informant and collaborator in Ngamdu, Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State. The suspect, identified as 20-year-old Bacha Modu Isah, was reportedly arrested on September 2, 2026, following intelligence received by security personnel operating in the area.

According to security sources, the arrest took place at about 10:10 p.m. after troops acted on what was described as credible intelligence. Preliminary information reportedly indicated that Isah is a native of Gowo Village in Kaga Local Government Area. Authorities have not publicly established the full nature of his alleged activities, with investigators expected to determine whether he had been providing information or other assistance to terrorist groups operating in the region.

Security personnel reportedly recovered several items from the suspect during the operation, including a charm, lighter, ring and a leather item. The recovered materials have been taken into custody as part of the investigation. The suspect is also being held by the military while investigators work to establish the circumstances surrounding the allegations and determine whether there are other people connected to the suspected support network.

The arrest is part of broader security operations in Borno aimed at identifying and disrupting networks that allegedly provide information, logistics or other forms of support to terrorist groups. Such operations remain a key component of efforts to restrict the movement and activities of insurgents across communities affected by the long-running conflict in the North-East.

The investigation remains ongoing, and the allegations against the suspect have not been proven in court. Authorities are expected to conduct further inquiries before determining the next legal steps. The case also highlights the continued role of intelligence gathering and cooperation between military personnel, local security groups and community members in efforts to strengthen security across Borno State.