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Nigerian Troops Seize Starlink, Other High-Tech Equipment From Terrorists, Arrest Collaborators In Borno, Adamawa

The Nigerian Army has raised fresh concerns over the evolving tactics of terrorist groups in the Northeast, revealing that insurgents are now using sophisticated communication technologies, including Starlink internet devices, to coordinate attacks and evade surveillance.

This revelation came as troops of Operation HADIN KAI intensified counter-terrorism efforts across Borno and Adamawa States between July 15 and 22, 2025. The military announced a series of successful raids, ambushes, and interceptions that led to the arrest of key suspects and the seizure of critical logistics.

"Notable arrests included a suspect with unauthorised Starlink equipment and another with large quantities of hard drugs. Arms, IED materials, and communication gear were also recovered,” the Army disclosed.

According to military sources, the suspect was intercepted during a routine operation targeting known terrorist supply routes. Investigations revealed the Starlink device was being used to facilitate encrypted communications between insurgent cells in remote locations with limited or no conventional network coverage.

In addition to the Starlink seizure, troops also disrupted major supply channels, arrested seven suspected logistics operatives, and recovered motorcycles, food items, fuel, and other sensitive materials.

Ten family members of insurgents also surrendered in Bama LGA, while a high-value consignment of equipment bound for Gamboru was intercepted on 22 July.

"Troops of Operation HADIN KAI, in collaboration with the Air Component, CJTF, and local hunters, intensified offensive and logistics strangulation operations across the North East from 15 to 22 July 2025, achieving notable successes," the statement read.

The Chief of Army Staff commended the troops for their vigilance and bravery, stating that the Nigerian Army remains resolute in its mission to dismantle terrorist networks and restore lasting peace to the region.

"The Chief of Army Staff praised the troops' bravery and reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to defeating terrorism and restoring peace across the region."

treesun:
https://saharareporters.com/2025/07/25/nigerian-troops-seize-starlink-other-high-tech-equipment-terrorists-arrest-collaborators

meobizy:
Ehn? Who is financing these people? Haba na, this thing isn’t funny again. Normally, the perpetrators are hungry and ragged. There must be people making good money off their activities.

IrepChrist:
They are sponsored by the Jihadist in the middle east.

chaseblack:
Starlink can be bought if you have the money so what's the fuss ? If they can afford high quality guns why are they surprised they can buy #500k satellite dish?

Jeezuzpick:
The weyreys will not investigate now o, abi they don't know that people don't buy starlink like secondhand clothes by the roadside.

That device was bought by a person with a name and ID provided, subscription is being paid for by a human being o.......who are they??

ogashman:
These guys have arrested countless boko boys.

They have also seized countless phones and other electronic devices.

And yet they can't track these guys down one by one and eliminate them.

Everyday, the same ol' story

chaseblack:
Starlink can be bought if you have the money so what's the fuss ? If they can afford high quality guns why are they surprised they can buy #500k satellite dish?

I think that's the problem with the way the military tackle this insurgent fight. Everyone knows the insurgent has access to high quality internet connection and since there aren't mast in the forest they must have relied on satellite relays; so are they saying nobody ever thought about that?

Tomide007:
These guys are foreign funded and traded. for example, some countries have information on book haram location and attacks but won't share them because of their hidden agenda.

Tomide007:
These guys are foreign funded and traded. for example, some countries have information on book haram location and attacks but won't share them because of their hidden agenda.

babzo:
We joke a lot in Nigeria. A war that is bringing billions to thousands of people: Government Officials, Soldiers, Contractors, Doctors, Lorry drivers. Food suppliers, journalist. Anyone trying to end it will meet great opposition

flokii:
That should tell you that the thing is deep.. those conspiring against Nigeria by funding all these terrorists groups are highly placed individuals in the society.
If soldiers are not given order to kill, they can't take law into their own hands except when on the battle field where they can neutralize threats at their own discretion.

ManishSmith:
How did they get the starlink, where did they buy and who sold it to them. Investigate every starlink distributor then track the serial number, with that they can ascertain who made the purchase.