- Police uncovered 912 rounds of live ammunition in Maiduguri, Borno State.
- The discovery was made after actionable intelligence from residents.
- Explosive experts were deployed to secure the area immediately.
- Investigations are ongoing to trace those behind the cache.
Operatives of the Borno State Police Command have uncovered a concealed stockpile of 912 rounds of B32 API ammunition (7.62 x 51mm) in the Kumshe Jamba Mari area of Maiduguri, the state capital.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Nahum Daso, the ammunition was discovered on January 4, 2026, after officers acted on credible intelligence received from members of the public.
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Daso said the operation was led by the Divisional Police Officer of Lamisula Division, who mobilised a team of operatives to the area where the ammunition was carefully uncovered.
“The Borno State Police Command, under the leadership of CP Naziru Abdulmajid, has recorded another significant operational breakthrough in its efforts to enhance public safety,” Daso stated.
He explained that due to the sensitive nature of the discovery, officers immediately invited the Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit to handle the situation professionally.
“The area was cordoned off, and a total of 912 rounds of B32 API ammunition were safely recovered without incident,” he added.
The police spokesperson confirmed that the recovered ammunition has been secured, while investigations continue to identify the source and intended use of the weapons, as well as those responsible for hiding them.
Daso also revealed that the Commissioner of Police, Naziru Abdulmajid, praised residents for providing timely information and encouraged continued cooperation with security agencies.
“The command urges residents to promptly report any suspicious movement or activity within their communities,” he said.
The development comes days after troops of Operation Hadin Kai reportedly recovered another cache of ammunition hidden inside a drainage in Maiduguri, highlighting ongoing security threats in the region.
