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Government says wanted terrorist captured in coordinated operation

Source: Punch Nigeria · 24 Sep 2026, 17:14 UTC
Government says wanted terrorist captured in coordinated operation
Image: Punch Nigeria · original report

The Federal Government says security agencies captured Mamuda, whom it described as a most wanted terrorist, together with an aide. Punch Nigeria reports that the operation was completed without gunfire and credits improved coordination among agencies. The supplied material gives no location, date or further details about the suspects.

The Federal Government says security agencies have captured Mamuda, described by the government as a most wanted terrorist, along with an aide. Punch Nigeria reports that the arrests were made without a gunfire exchange. The government attributed the operation to improved coordination among security agencies.

The supplied material does not state where or when the capture took place. It also does not identify the aide, provide details of the allegations against either person or explain whether they have been charged. No information is provided about the agencies involved, the circumstances of the operation or any evidence recovered during it.

The report’s account is based on the Federal Government’s statement. The source material does not include a response from Mamuda, the aide or legal representatives, and it provides no further information about the next steps in the case.

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