Troops of the Nigerian Army, working with a team from the Office of the National Security Adviser, ONSA, have arrested a suspected terrorist during a snap checkpoint operation along the Lokoja–Abuja highway in Kogi State, security sources said on Thursday.
According Zagazola Makama, a security analyst , rhe operation was carried out at about 6:55 a.m. on May 1 at Chikara North in Koton Karfe Local Government Area, following what sources described as “actionable intelligence.” Troops of 176 Guards Battalion mounted the checkpoint and intercepted a commercial vehicle transporting pineapples from Ughelli, Delta State, to Abuja.
Preliminary investigation indicated that the driver had offered the suspect a lift from Lokoja to Abuja during the journey. Sources said the driver and the vehicle were released after routine checks showed no link to criminal activity. The suspect was taken into custody for further interrogation.
The sources added that the suspect is currently undergoing profiling as investigations continue to determine possible links and affiliations. The military has not released the identity of the suspect. Security has been tightened along the Lokoja–Abuja corridor due to recent threats of movement by criminal groups.
