By Gabriel Ameh
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, working alongside local vigilantes, have arrested suspected commanders of a terrorist group allegedly linked to the kidnapping and killing of retired Major-General Abubakar Rabe in Katsina State.
The operation, conducted on September 20, reportedly resulted in the arrest of several senior members of the group identified as “Kachalla Maha.”
One of those arrested was identified as Samagi, who is reportedly regarded as one of the group’s senior commanders.
Security sources said the suspects are believed to have been involved in kidnapping, killings and other attacks across parts of the North-West.
Their arrests could provide security agencies with further intelligence on the group’s leadership structure, hideouts, supply networks and possible collaborators.
The suspects are expected to undergo further investigation to establish their individual roles in the alleged crimes and determine whether they are linked to other attacks in Katsina and neighbouring states.
Authorities have not indicated that the suspects have been convicted, and their alleged roles remain subject to investigation.
