The Nigerian Army troops of Operation Hadin Kai, 7 Division Garrison have arrested a 15 man Notorious Malian criminal gang after a major crackdown on gang related activities in Maiduguri, Borno state.
It was learnt that the arrest followed swift investigations into reports of activities of the gang in Gwange, Umarari and Jajeri Local Government Areas of Maiduguri.
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The criminals have been attacking citizens and snatching their mobile phones and other belongings, a situation which resulted in loss of several lives and severe injuries inflicted on innocent citizens in the state.
Zagazola Makama, a Counter Insurgency Expert reports that During the operations,15 suspects were apprehended.
“Items recovered from the suspects include; one Pump action gun, one Axe, one Jack knife and 5 phones.
The suspects and items have been handed over to the Department of State Security Service for further action.
(Editor: Paul Akhagbemhe)
