THE Defence Headquarters has confirmed the arrest of four security personnel aiding terrorist operations in the North-East.

The suspects include two personnel from the hybrid forces who had been working alongside troops to combat the insurgency.

According to the Director, Defence Media Operations, Markus Kangye, the hybrid forces were arrested during operations from April 26 to 29 across Bama, Kukawa, and Madagali LGAs.

He said they were part of the four terrorist logistics suppliers arrested by the troops.

Kangye expressed concern over the betrayal and warned commanders to sensitise their personnel against acts that could sabotage ongoing military efforts. 

“In a well-coordinated operation conducted from 26–29 April 2025 in Bama, Kukawa, and Madagali LGAs of Borno and Adamawa States, troops intercepted four terrorists’ logistics suppliers. Sadly, two of them were confirmed to be members of the hybrid forces.”

Kangye therefore urged commanders to sensitise hybrid forces personnel to desist from colluding with or encouraging terrorist acts capable of sabotaging operations.

In a separate operation, Kangye said troops, working in collaboration with hybrid forces, conducted offensive missions including fighting patrols, raids, and clearance operations across Gwoza, Dikwa, Bama, Chibok, Gujba, Geidam, and Yunusari Local Government Areas. By Nurudeen AKEWUSHOLA, ICIR