Jethro Yerga, Jalingo
Troops of 6 Brigade, Nigeria Army, have apprehended 7 suspected terrorists and recovered weapons in separate operations conducted across the state.
A statement signed by the acting Assistant Director, 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain Olubodunde Oni and issued to journalists in Jalingo, indicates that on the 7th of August 2024, troops of 6 Brigade deployed at Kambari, acting on credible intelligence on suspected Bandits, carried out a successful operation which yielded arrest of 1 suspected bandit named Yusuf Musa with 1 AK 47 rifle and 20 rounds of 7.62MM special ammunition.
The disclosed that 118 cows were also recovered during the operation and handed over to the rightful owners.
“Similarly, on 6th August 2024, troops received credible information on suspected bandits en route to Mashingi Village market in Karim Lamido Local Government Area to purchase food items and strategically laid in wait and successfully arrested 4 suspected bandits named Yusuf Hassan, Mohammed Mamman, Haruna Illa, and Hammadu Shaibu.
“Items recovered from them include 1 motorcycle, 4 Mobile phones, and the sum of Fifty Seven Thousand Naira (#57,000) only.
“In another development, on 9 August 2024, following a tip-off from a credible source on suspects gathering and preparing large numbers of Machetes suspected to be distributed to hoodlums for criminal activities with the plan to cause unrest within the State, troops swiftly mobilized to the general area of Magami in Jalingo Local Government Area where 2 suspects named Umar Zubair and Isah Abdulahi were arrested with 436 Machetes.
“Other items recovered include 4 filling machines, 1 mobile phone, and several other fabrication tools,” the statement partly read.
Meanwhile, the Commander 6 Brigade, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, has commended the gallant troops for their unwavering dedication and swift action in ensuring the safety of the people of Taraba State.
He emphasised that the Nigerian Army will continue to work closely with other security agencies and community leaders to eradicate all forms of criminal activities within Taraba State and its environs. He assured the public that the arrested suspects would be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and prosecution.
The commander further appreciated the support and cooperation of the good people of Taraba State in providing valuable information that contributes to the success of these operations, adding that 6 Brigade will continue to remain resolute in its mission to protect lives and ensure a secure environment for all citizens.
