Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have uncovered a substantial cache of high-calibre ammunition in the Bulumkutu Railway area, underscoring the effectiveness of ongoing intelligence-led security operations in the North-East.
The discovery followed sustained military presence and follow-up actions after a recent cordon-and-search operation, aimed at restricting the freedom of criminal and terrorist elements, particularly in the wake of multiple suicide bombers being neutralised or apprehended over the past week.
According to Lt. Col. Sani Uba, Media Information Officer at OPHK, troops received a distress call at around 3:00 p.m. on 2 January 2026, reporting suspicious metallic objects concealed in a drainage channel. Security personnel, including Police Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) teams, were immediately deployed to secure the site and assess the threat.
A thorough search led to the recovery of 1,270 rounds of 12.7mm ammunition warheads, including live rounds, along with power banks hidden inside the drainage channel. Preliminary safety measures were implemented, and efforts are ongoing to drain the channel and check for additional dangerous items.
No casualties or incidents were reported during the operation. Troops, in coordination with Police and other security agencies, continue to dominate the area to ensure residents’ safety, protect critical infrastructure, and prevent any attempt by criminal or terrorist elements to retrieve the recovered items.
The operation highlighted the importance of intelligence-driven security measures, sustained military pressure, and community cooperation in preventing potential threats. Headquarters OPHK reiterated the call for residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to security agencies.
