Troops of the Nigerian Army have intercepted 11 suspects allegedly transporting materials suspected to be used for manufacturing improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the Kuje Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory.
Security sources disclosed that the suspects—10 males and one female—were apprehended at about 12:59 a.m. on April 27 by personnel of the 176 Guards Battalion stationed at Kuchiyako.
The arrest followed a stop-and-search operation along the Kuchiyako–Tipper Garage road, where the suspects were intercepted in a vehicle reportedly conveying items believed to be components for IED production.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects claimed they were heading to mining locations around Kabbin Mangoro in Kuje to source mineral materials.
Recovered items include suspected explosive charges, three-and-a-half bags of unidentified mineral substances, and other related materials.
The suspects are currently in military custody as investigations continue to determine their mission and any possible links to criminal or terrorist networks.
A senior officer of the Guards Brigade confirmed the interception, noting that troops will continue countermeasures to make FCT and environs safe and free of security threats.
