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Troops Arrest Father, Son Over Terrorism In Sokoto
Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a father and his son suspected of terrorism in Bauni Forest, Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State, recovering an AK-47 rifle and ammunition.
The suspects, identified as Muhammadu Ali and his son, Umaru Ali, were arrested during an operation conducted at about 12:47 a.m. on November 11.
The operation involved troops of the 248 Battalion, supported by French Special Forces and the National Counter Terrorism Centre tactical team under the Office of the National Security Adviser.
Security sources said the suspects were allegedly linked to terrorist groups, although the nature and extent of their involvement remain under investigation.
Items recovered during the operation included an AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and N9,760 in cash.
Troops also recovered three motorcycle tubes from the suspects.
The father and son have been transferred to the 8 Military Intelligence Battalion for further investigation.
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