By correspondent in Jalingo.
Troops of 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE of the Nigerian Army ,in the series of successful operations conducted by between 27 – 29 April 2024,stormed terrorists’ camp in Taraba state, rescued kidnapped victims and recovered arms.
A statement from the sector in Jalingo on Tuesday indicates that the troops also recovered significant amount of arms and ammunition.
According to the sector,the operation is aimed at eliminating the threat posed by terrorists instigating fear and chaos in Taraba State.
“Troops from the 93 Battalion Sub-Sector 3B OPWS, stationed at Fikyu, on 29 April 2024, swiftly responded to reports of suspected terrorists firing sporadically in the Pukun area of Fikyu in Ussa Local Government Area.
“The troops engaged them with superior firepower, forcing their retreat. Further search of the area led to the recovery of 1 AK 47 Magazine with 10 rounds of 7.62MM special ammunition.
“Additionally, troops deployed at Kufai Amadu and Kasuwan Haske, in collaboration with troops from Sub-Sector 1A OPWS, acted on intelligence regarding the hideout of terrorists in Vingir Village of Katsina-Ala Local Government Area, Benue State.
“The terrorists were engaged with superior firepower, leading to their withdrawal in disarray.
“The troops arrested a suspected kidnapper, named Dogo Manu, who was found in possession of 2 Techno mobile phones and Forty Thousand Naira (#40,000).
“A search of their camp resulted in the recovery of 1 AK 47 rifle. Furthermore, the troops successfully secured the release of kidnapped victims, Dr. James Raphael and his son, in Gbeji, Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State,”the sector said.
It added that in another development, troops of 20 Model Battalion Sub-Sector 3A OPWS, while on night Patrol around Gangdanbana and Kwanar Maliki in Bali Local Government Area on 27 April 2024, apprehended one Junaidu Isiaka with 4 sacks of substance suspected to be cannabis sativa.
The suspect, the army said,had been on the watchlist of the security agencies for his alleged involvement in illegal drugs deal and supplies to terrorists and other criminal elements operating within the general area.
The army expressed the commitment and dedication of its troops in combating terrorism and all forms of the criminalities while ensuring the nation of the safety and security of the citizens.
The army further assured the people that its troops remained resolute in their avowed efforts to rid the region of criminal elements and restore peace and stability in the state.
Edited by Dawud Ahmed.
