Mayowa Olosunde
The Zamfara Community Protection Guards (ZCPG) have arrested a suspected arms courier believed to be linked to notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, in Zamfara State.
The arrest occurred on Friday, April 24, 2026, when the suspect was intercepted while transporting ammunition concealed in a jerrycan, officials confirmed.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelPreliminary investigations indicate that the ammunition was sourced from Nasarawa State and was being transported to Zamfara.
Authorities say the operation is part of ongoing efforts to disrupt the supply chain of armed groups operating in the region. Bello Turji is widely known for orchestrating violent attacks and banditry across parts of northwestern Nigeria.
The ZCPG has yet to disclose the identity of the suspect but noted that further investigations are underway to identify possible accomplices and uncover arms trafficking routes.
Security agencies have reiterated their commitment to curbing the movement of illegal weapons and restoring safety in affected communities.
