How troops foil potential IED attack, intercepts terrorists’ courier

By, John Gabriel, Kaduna

Troops of the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) operating under Sector 3 in Mongunu, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), intercepted a suspected terrorist courier conveying suspected  Improvised Explosive Device (IED), making materials at the entrance to Gubio Local Government Area on Thursday, 2 January 2025 in a significant counter-terrorism operation.

Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba

Chief Military Information Officer

HQ MNJTF N’djamena, Chad in a statement on Wednesday, identified the suspect as; Mr Murktar Alhaji Chari, 28 years old

According to the statement, the suspect confessed to transporting the materials to Damasak town in Mobbar Local Government Area for a planned attack on MNJTF troops.

“The intercepted materials included four empty 12kg cylinders, one empty 6kg cylinder, two carburettor gas canisters, two pressure regulators and a hose.” The statement further said 

According to the statement, information revealed that the materials was intended for a group of terrorists planning a retaliatory attack following the killing of their members and seizure of a significant weapons cache. 

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  It said the suspect is currently in custody and assisting with ongoing investigations.

The Force Commander MNJTF Major General Ibrahim Ali has commended the troops and CJTF for their vigilance and professionalism,reiterating MNJTF’s resolve to combat terrorism and ensuring the safety and security of the region.