Troops from Operation Hadin Kai conducted cordon-and-search raids in Maiduguri’s Kalmari area, arresting 14 individuals linked to suicide bombings. Interrogation of suspect Ibrahim Muhammad pinpointed Umar as the ringleader responsible for recruiting, training, and deploying bombers while handling IED logistics. All detainees face ongoing probes to uproot accomplices and explosives caches.
Linked Attacks
Umar directly coordinated the Gamboru Market Mosque blast, where accomplice Adamu detonated a suicide vest during evening prayers, claiming five lives and wounding 35 others. He also masterminded a foiled bombing in Damaturu, Yobe State, by supplying IED parts to a bomber in Maiduguri. These strikes underscore persistent threats in Borno State despite military gains.
Network Connections
Probes revealed Umar’s wife, Yagana Modu, aided concealment, with stepdaughter Amina confirming a bomber visited their home. The cell exploited community hideouts, prompting military calls for public tips on suspicious activities. Related sweeps uncovered 1,270 rounds of 12.7mm ammo in Bulumkutu, highlighting broader anti-terror efforts.
Strategic Impact
This identification marks a pivotal strike against Boko Haram’s suicide tactics in the Northeast, where such networks fuel insurgency. Operation Hadin Kai credits intelligence and civilian cooperation for the success, vowing full dismantlement. Sustained vigilance remains essential amid the volatile threat landscape.
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