Troops of Headquarters 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have neutralised two bandits, destroyed hideouts and arrested a key suspect linked to criminal activities in Taraba State.
This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad.
According to the statement, on December 2, troops launched a deliberate clearance operation, code-named Operation Zafin Wuta, across Shiid, Agia and Tyozua villages in Takum Local Government Area of the state.
The operation, based on credible intelligence regarding armed groups operating within the Tor-Tser general area, was said to have resulted in the arrest of a suspect, Dahiru Maigari.
“In Tyozua, the fleeing bandits set ablaze a wooden bridge in an attempt to obstruct troop movement, but the soldiers pressed forward with determination and forced the criminals across the power line into neighbouring Benue State.
“During exploitation, one suspect, identified as Dahiru Maigari, was arrested and is currently undergoing preliminary investigation,” the army reported.
“The attackers are assessed to be members of the Karimjo faction responsible for recent attempts at regrouping within the area.”
Security within Karim Lamido remains calm, with troops maintaining heightened alertness following the encounter, the army reported.
“He stated that the series of operations once again demonstrates that no terrain is inaccessible to the Nigerian Army and no criminal enclave is beyond reach.
“He assured residents across Taraba State that the Brigade remains unwavering in its resolve to pursue criminals wherever they may flee and to sustain pressure until all threats to peace,” the statement concluded.
