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PHOTOS: Troops arrest wanted kidnapper in Taraba, intensify search for victim

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Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a wanted kidnapper, Umar Musa Geyi, in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State.

Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, November 23, 2025 said the suspect is linked to multiple abductions across Taraba.

According to the statement, Geyi, who was on the wanted list of security agencies was apprehended on Friday following credible intelligence.

Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect is linked to the kidnapping of a Fulani resident, Alhaji Jano, who remains in captivity.

“Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have recorded another major operational success under OPERATION ZAFIN WUTA, following the arrest of a wanted and notorious kidnap suspect in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State,” the statement read.

“Acting on credible intelligence, troops on 22 November 2025 apprehended Mr. Umar Musa Geyi at Jandei-Kulamu in Wukari LGA. The suspect, who has been on the wanted list of security agencies, is believed to be a key member of a kidnapping syndicate that has terrorised several communities within the area.

“Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect is linked to the kidnapping of Alhaji Jano, a Fulani resident of the Jandei-Kulala general area, who was abducted on 13 November 2025 and remains in captivity.

“Mr. Geyi was arrested after troops intercepted him during a phone conversation in which he confirmed the victim was still being held and demanded a ransom of N20 million for his release.

“The suspect is currently in custody undergoing further interrogation to determine the exact location of the victim and facilitate his safe rescue.

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“While commending the troops for their proactive action, the Commander 6 Brigade, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, reaffirmed that the Brigade remains fully committed to dismantling criminal networks, rescuing victims, and restoring peace and security across Taraba State.

“He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to support security agencies with timely and credible information.”

 

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Benin Jails Ex-defence Minister Over Failed Coup Plot

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Benin Republic on Saturday placed a former defence minister and prominent opposition politician, Candide Azannai, in pre-trial detention as part of investigations into the failed coup attempt earlier this month.

According to an AFP journalist, Azannai was accused of plotting against the state and incitement to rebellion following his arrest last week at his party’s headquarters in Cotonou.

Azannai’s detention comes in the aftermath of the failed December 7 coup, despite the opposition figure publicly condemning the attempted overthrow.

His remand followed several hours of questioning at Benin’s anti-terrorism court. An AFP reporter said police escorted him away at dawn before taking him into custody.

The detention is the latest development linked to the foiled coup, after about 30 people, mostly soldiers, were jailed on Tuesday on treason charges.

On December 7, soldiers appeared on national television claiming they had toppled President Patrice Talon. However, loyalist forces swiftly crushed the plot with assistance from the Nigerian Air Force.

Several people were reportedly killed during the uprising, while some mutineers, including the alleged coup leader, Lieutenant-Colonel Pascal Tigri, remain at large.

While Talon has received praise for driving economic growth, critics accuse his administration of creeping authoritarianism in a country once celebrated for democratic stability.

In recent years, Benin has also faced growing jihadist violence in its northern regions.

President Talon is expected to hand over power in April after completing the constitutionally permitted two terms in office.

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PHOTOS: Suspected yam thief nabbed in Benue market

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A man was nabbed after over an alleged attempt to steal yams at the busy Zaki Biam Yam Market in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.

The incident which occurred on Thursday, December 18, 2025 disrupted activities and drew a crowd of traders and buyers.

Eyewitnesses said the suspect was caught in the act and restrained by market traders before the situation escalated.

Preliminary accounts identified him as a vehicle conductor from Plateau State.

Traders urged that the matter be handed over to security agencies for proper investigation and warned against mob action.

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PHOTOS: Troops intercept vehicles conveying suspected ISWAP logistics in Yobe

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Troops of Sector 2 of the Nigerian Army in collaboration with Civilian Joint Task Force intercepted two pickup vans conveying assorted items suspected to be logistics supplies for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) in Borno State.

The interception followed credible human intelligence indicating the movement of the items from Dapchi through the Magumeri general area.

According to the security analyst, the troops intercepted the vehicles during the operation and took the drivers into custody for further interrogation.

Items recovered from the two vehicles included 31 spare tyres, 23 spare rims, two bicycles, 12 key starters, three alternators, two bags of flour, one mattress, five bags of charcoal, 34 tubers of yam, two blankets, nylon bags containing garri, adult and children clothing, one power bank, six mobile phones and a cash sum of N92,600.

The vehicles and recovered items were currently in custody, while investigations were ongoing to determine the extent of the suspects’ involvement and possible links to ISWAP logistics networks.

The troops, sources said, remained committed to disrupting the movement of supplies to terrorist groups and maintaining pressure on criminal elements across the area of responsibility.

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