Nigerian military arrests Ghanaian woman and Sudanese national in Borno over suspected terrorist links
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Nigerian military authorities in Borno State have arrested a 36-year-old Ghanaian woman, Mary Florence, and a 32-year-old Sudanese national, Musa Fashir, on suspicion of links to terrorist activities. The arrests were made during an intelligence-led operation by Nigerian army troops under operation 'Hadin Kai' in the Lassa, Dille General Area of Askira/Uba Local Government Area. The Nigerian Army announced the development on July 20, 2026, stating that the operation was carried out by personnel of the 115 Task Force Battalion on July 19, 2026. Musa Fashir is suspected to be a foreign terrorist fighter and collaborator, with preliminary intelligence indicating links to terrorist elements. Mary Florence claimed to be an illegal immigrant from Ghana, and the circumstances of her presence and the authenticity of her claims are under investigation. Both suspects are currently in custody for profiling and interrogation to determine their identities and any connections to terrorist groups or criminal networks. This operation is part of efforts by Operation Hadin Kai to disrupt terrorist activities and prevent the movement of foreign fighters and collaborators in the North East region.
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