Operatives of the Zamfara State Community Protection Guards have arrested a commercial driver allegedly transporting 98 explosive devices, N13 million in cash, and three motorcycles to a suspected bandits’ hideout in the state.
The suspect, identified as Abubakar Abdullahi, was apprehended along the Gusau–Dansadau Road while reportedly heading toward Bindin village in Maru Local Government Area an area authorities say is heavily infiltrated by bandits.
Parading the suspect before journalists in Gusau on Wednesday, the Commandant of the outfit, Mohammed Shehu Dalijan, disclosed that the driver was intercepted while conveying the items in a Golf vehicle.
According to him, a search of the vehicle led to the discovery of the explosives, cash, three brand new motorcycles still in their packaging, cartons of cigarettes, suspected Indian hemp, and crates of apples.
“Following a thorough search, operatives recovered 98 explosive devices, N13 million in cash, and other items believed to be intended for criminal elements operating in the area,” Dalijan said.
He added that the suspect confessed to delivering the items to illegal miners in Bindin village, who are believed to have links with armed bandit groups.
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“The explosives are typically used by bandits to launch attacks on security personnel, particularly along major routes in the state,” he noted.
Dalijan further revealed that eight additional individuals have been arrested for questioning in connection with the case, while the suspect will be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and prosecution.
Authorities also alleged that bandits in the area often exploit illegal mining activities and rely on commercial drivers to transport supplies and logistics to their camps.
The development comes days after the Nigerian Army reported intercepting a separate consignment of medical supplies allegedly destined for terrorist groups.
The items included antibiotics, injections, and bandages, with suspects claiming the shipment was bound for the Republic of Chad via Geidam.
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