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Military Intercepts Illegal Arms in Taraba, Arrests 2 Suspects

AdminBy AdminJuly 13, 2025Updated:July 13, 2025No Comments2 Mins Read
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By Correspondent in Taraba.

Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/ Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have apprehended two suspects and recovered a cache of illegal weapons during a recent operation in Donga Local Government Area of Taraba State, in continuation of efforts to rid State of illegal arms and ammunition,

This is contained in a statement signed by Captain
OLUBODUNDE ONI,Acting Assistant Director,
Army Public Relations,
6 Brigade Nigerian Army,Taraba State and a copy made available to The Reporters on Sunday.

He disclosed that acting on credible intelligence regarding the presence of illegal arms in certain locations within Donga LGA, the troops conducted a targeted raid on suspected criminal hideouts in Gayama village.

” The operation led to the arrest of two individuals identified as Haruna Samari and Dantala Mamman, who were found in possession of illegal weapons and other items.

“Items recovered during the operation include:
One (1) Submachine Gun, One (1) Submachine Gun Magazine with 10 rounds of 9mm ammunition, One (1) empty case of 7.62mm special ammunition, Two (2) fabricated rifles, Three (3) single-barrel guns, Three (3) Dane guns, Five (5) live cartridges, Four (4) empty cartridge cases, One (1) Beofeng radio and One (1) helmet

“The suspects are currently in custody undergoing investigation.

The acting assistant director quoted his Commander,6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, as commendong the troops for their swift and decisive action.
The commander reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to maintaining peace and security in Taraba State.

The General thanked members of the public and urged them to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to aid ongoing operations across the state.
Edited by Dada Ahmed.

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