By Olaitan Ibrahim
Nigerian military authorities have confirmed that Chinese national suspected to be a logistics supplier and collaborator with terrorists during well-coordinated operations conducted by the troops of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK) in Kukawa and Ngala Local Government Areas of Borno State.
The Director of Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye confirmed this to journalists in Abuja on Friday.
He said the Chinese national claimed to be a miner with operations in Borno and Yobe, a claim which he said is being investigated.
He said that investigation was being carried out to unravel the motive of the suspect and his involvement in illegal activities.
“The Chinese national has been detained and he is undergoing interrogation.
“When the interrogation is completed, we will be able to furnish the public with the details of why he was there in the first place, how he was arrested, whether he was the only one there, or he had accomplices.
“All this will be unfolded after thorough investigation has been carried out,” he said.
Kangye said that scores of Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists comprising adult males and females as well as children surrendered between June 6 and June 11, as a result of heightened operational tempo.
He said that the troops had intensified operational tempo in all the theatres of operation to address the myriad of security challenges across the country.
He reaffirmed the resolve of the military to protect the lives and property of citizens, uphold the rule of law, and foster a safe and secure environment for all Nigerians.
“We remain dedicated to transparency and will keep the public informed of our ongoing efforts to ensure the stability and security of our great nation,” he added.