Troops of the 7 Division Garrison of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with the Civilian Joint Task Force, CJTF, have arrested a suspected impersonator accused of posing as a soldier to rob residents in Maiduguri, Borno State.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed this in a post on X on Monday.
According to Makama, the suspect, identified as Abdulazeez Mohammed, was arrested at about 2:00 p.m. on July 1 following credible intelligence on his activities in the Shuwari area.
Security sources told Makama that the suspect allegedly wore military camouflage to gain the confidence of residents before stealing mobile phones and other valuables from homes in the area.
Acting on the intelligence, troops of the 7 Division Garrison, supported by CJTF members, mobilised to the location and arrested the suspect without incident.
The suspect is currently in military custody and is undergoing further investigation to determine the full extent of his activities and whether he is linked to any criminal syndicate.
Security authorities urged residents to remain vigilant and report anyone suspected of unlawfully wearing military uniforms or engaging in suspicious activities.
They noted that impersonating members of the Armed Forces is a criminal offence punishable under Nigerian law.
Troops, CJTF Arrest Fake Soldier Accused of Robbing Residents in Maiduguri
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