Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, operating under Operation LAFIYA JAMAA and Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS), have neutralised three bandits, dismantled their camps, and recovered ammunition in Taraba State.
This is contained in a statement issued by Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations on Saturday April 5, 2025.
The operation, conducted on April 5th, 2025, targeted suspected bandit hideouts within the Karim Lamido Local Government Area.
Troops advanced into Achalle, conducting a thorough sweep before proceeding to Chibi. Upon arrival, they encountered armed bandits who attempted to flee.
In the ensuing engagement, three bandits were neutralised, and several makeshift camps used by the criminals were destroyed.
Recovered items included two motorcycles, an AK-47 magazine, and 13 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
A subsequent combing operation of the Dutsen Zaki and Achalle axis revealed the sustained success of previous military actions, with over seventy criminal camps dismantled in recent weeks and no human activity observed during the latest sweep.
Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, commended the troops for their “resilience and tactical success”.
He reassured the people of Taraba State that the military would maintain its relentless pursuit of criminals. “There will be no safe haven for terrorists and criminal elements in the state,” General Uwa stated.
He further urged residents to remain vigilant and law-abiding, encouraging them to carry on with their daily activities without fear.
“Continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies, noting that such collaboration remains vital to supporting ongoing operations and enhancing the safety and security of our communities,” General Uwa added.
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