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NIGERIAN TROOPS ARREST PAKISTANI NATIONALS WITH TIES TO TERRORISM
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CapitalTimesNews / 2 weeks
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Four Pakistani nationals have been apprehended by Nigerian troops on suspicion of involvement in terrorist activities in the North East region. According to Theatre Commander of Operation Hadin Kai, Major General Abdulsalam Abubakar, the suspects are believed to have played a role in arming and training terrorist groups, including ISWAP and JAS. The presence of foreign mercenaries has significantly increased the threat posed by these groups, with General Abubakar noting that they have introduced advanced tactics, including the use of drones for surveillance and attacks. “The foreign mercenaries facilitate tactical and strategic training for these terrorists, which includes the deployment of drones and the fabrication of advanced improvised explosive devices,” he said. The Nigerian military has called for a coordinated international response to address this growing threat. General Abubakar emphasized the need for enhanced intelligence gathering, surveillance, and reconnaissance, as well as stronger collaboration between Nigeria and neighboring countries to dismantle cross-border support networks. The general also stressed that the conflict with Boko Haram and ISWAP is not just a military issue, but a threat to the entire nation. “Once the nation understands that it is the terrorists against Nigeria as a nation, and presents a united front, significant progress can be achieved,” he said, urging for increased national recognition and support for the troops fighting against terrorism.
