In a significant security operation, the Borno State Police Command has successfully intercepted a hidden cache containing 912 rounds of live ammunition in the Maiduguri metropolis. The discovery underscores the ongoing efforts to curb the proliferation of arms and enhance safety in the state.
Operation Based on Credible Intelligence
The breakthrough occurred on Sunday, January 4, 2026, around 2:00 PM. Acting on a tip-off, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Lamisula Division led a team of operatives to the Kumshe Jamba Mari area of Maiduguri. The prompt action was a direct result of intelligence provided by vigilant members of the public.
Following established security protocols, the police immediately called in experts from the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Department to handle the sensitive find. The area was swiftly and professionally cordoned off to ensure the safety of residents during the recovery process.
Details of the Recovered Cache
The operatives meticulously recovered a total of nine hundred and twelve rounds of B32 API type (7.62 x 51mm) ammunition. This type of ammunition is typically used in high-caliber firearms and represents a serious threat to public order if it falls into the wrong hands.
In a statement released by the command's spokesperson, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso, it was confirmed that all the recovered exhibits have been securely documented and stored. He emphasized that investigations are actively ongoing to achieve several critical objectives:
- Trace the origin and source of the ammunition.
- Uncover its intended purpose and destination.
- Identify and apprehend all individuals connected to the hidden cache.
Police Leadership Commends Public, Reiterates Commitment
The Commissioner of Police for Borno State, CP Naziru Abdulmajid psc, praised the cooperation of citizens, describing the public's information as both timely and crucial. He attributed this operational success to the Command's sustained strategy of intelligence-led policing.
CP Abdulmajid reiterated the unwavering commitment of the police force to rid the state of illicit weapons and activities that jeopardize peace. He further urged all residents to maintain this productive partnership by promptly reporting any suspicious movements or activities observed within their communities to the nearest security agency.
This raid in Kumshe Jamba Mari marks another milestone in the broader campaign to strengthen security and foster a safer environment for all inhabitants of Borno State.
