Nigerian authorities have arrested seven suspected commanders of a terrorist group after they were intercepted at Katsina Airport while returning from the Hajj pilgrimage in Mecca, according to federal government sources.
The suspects were reportedly taken into custody upon arrival as part of an ongoing security operation targeting individuals allegedly linked to terrorist activities in the country.
Officials are yet to disclose the identities of the suspects, the group they are believed to be affiliated with, or the specific charges they may face. Further details surrounding the arrests have not been made public.
The federal government has not yet issued a comprehensive statement on the operation, and investigations are understood to be ongoing.
This is a developing story, and more information is expected as authorities provide further updates.
