Nigerian Troops Arrest Five Suspects With N37 Million Cash Hidden in “Ghana Must Go” Bag in Borno
Troops of the have arrested five suspected criminal collaborators found transporting ₦37 million in cash concealed inside a “Ghana Must Go” sack in .
According to security sources, the suspects were apprehended during a routine patrol and stop-and-search operation conducted by troops under Operation Hadin Kai in parts of the state. The operation, which is part of ongoing counterinsurgency efforts in the North-East, led to the interception of the group while they were traveling along a major route within Borno.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the large sum of ₦37 million was tightly packed inside the traditional woven sack commonly referred to as “Ghana Must Go.” The suspicious manner in which the money was concealed reportedly prompted further questioning by troops at the checkpoint.
Military authorities disclosed that the suspects could not provide a satisfactory explanation regarding the source and intended destination of the cash. Intelligence sources suspect the funds may have been earmarked for logistical support to insurgent elements operating within the region, although investigations are ongoing to determine the exact purpose.
Borno State has remained a focal point in Nigeria’s fight against terrorism, with troops sustaining intensified operations to disrupt the activities of insurgent groups and their financiers. The interception of the suspects is seen as a significant breakthrough in efforts to cut off financial channels linked to insecurity in the North-East.
The suspects are currently in military custody for further interrogation, while the seized cash has been secured as evidence. Authorities have assured residents that operations will continue to target collaborators and financiers aiding criminal networks in the region.
Military officials reiterated their commitment to restoring lasting peace in Borno and urged members of the public to provide timely and credible information to security agencies.
