Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested several suspects linked to the supply of fuel to Boko Haram terrorists in Yusufari Local Government Area of Yobe State.
In a post on X, security analyst Zagazola Makama cited security sources who said the operation was carried out late on March 24, 2026, by troops of the 241 Battalion stationed at a Forward Operating Base, FOB, in Jajimaji.
According to the sources, the troops were on night patrol when they caught two vehicles loaded with Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, at a filling station located in Yusuf Abah area of Yusufari.
“On sighting the troops, the vehicles attempted to flee the scene, prompting a pursuit by the soldiers. One Golf vehicle was successfully intercepted, while the second vehicle escaped,” a source said.
While searching the car, seven sacks filled with PMS, each containing about 77 litres, was discovered.
The driver, identified as Mohammed Idi, 25, and a motor boy, Mero Umra, 21, were arrested at the scene. Also apprehended were the filling station manager, Hasan Liman, 50, and a security guard, Jibril Audu, 28.
In addition to the fuel, the troops found N1.6 million in cash. The troops believe this money was either the payment for the fuel or funds meant to keep the terrorists’ supply chain running.
The suspects and the recovered cash are currently being held for further investigation.
Suspected Boko Haram fuel suppliers arrested by troops in Yobe
