Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have arrested three suspected recruitment agents of the Islamic State West Africa Province in Banki, Borno State, for allegedly mobilising young men for terrorist training.
The arrests were carried out on January 17 following actionable intelligence reportedly provided by the Banki District Head. Acting on the tip-off, intelligence operatives were deployed on a covert mission and apprehended the suspects while they were allegedly recruiting youths between the ages of 17 and 20.
According to security sources, the suspects were preparing to transport the recruits to Adamawa State for ISWAP training. The arrested individuals were identified as Gajibo Kayama (23), Tahiru Modu (22), and Bulama Modu (24).
Investigations revealed that the suspects are believed to be former ISWAP members who claimed they had repented about five years ago, but are now suspected to have returned to active recruitment for the terror group.
The suspects have since been handed over to the Military Intelligence Regiment for detailed interrogation and further necessary action.
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