Again, Police Retrieve Concealed Ammunition in Maiduguri
The Borno State Police Command has recorded another significant operational breakthrough in its sustained efforts to enhance public safety and security across the state with the discovery of 912 ammunition in Maiduguri.
A statement by the Command spokesperson, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso said the ammunition was discovered on January 4.
“On 4/01/2026, at about 1400hrs, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) Lamisula Division, acting on credible intelligence, led a team of police operatives to Kumshe Jamba Mari area Maiduguri, where a hidden cache of ammunition was discovered.
“Following standard operational procedures, the Department of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) was immediately deployed to the scene. The area was professionally cordoned off, and a total of nine hundred and twelve (912) rounds of B32 API type (7.62 x 51mm) ammunition were safely recovered.
“The recovered exhibits have been secured, while investigations are ongoing to trace the source and intended use of the ammunition, as well as to apprehend those responsible,” the statement added.
It said that Commissioner of Police Naziru Abdulmajid has commended members of the public for their timely and useful information, and reiterated the Command’s commitment to sustained intelligence-led policing.
He further urged residents to continue partnering with the Police by promptly reporting suspicious movements or activities within their communities either directly or through 0806 807 5581 and 0802 347 3293.
