Nigerian Troops Prevent Bandit Attack, Capture Two in Taraba

Security forces in Taraba State intercepted a bandit attack, detaining two suspects. Authorities commend the troops’ swift action in safeguarding the community.

Nigerian Army forces have successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Taraba State through a meticulously coordinated operation.

Captain Olubodunde Oni, the Acting Assistant Director of 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, made this announcement in a statement released on Thursday.

Oni indicated that the troops from 6 Brigade Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) acted on reliable intelligence concerning a potential terrorist assault on several villages.

He reported that the troops effectively prevented a planned banditry attack in the southern region of Taraba State.

Following the receipt of actionable intelligence, the troops initiated a series of proactive patrols, ambushes, and covert operations on December 11, 2024, to avert the impending attack.

These operations resulted in the capture of two suspected terrorists, identified as Terry Waapara and Tobaya Tekura, in Adu village. The suspects were apprehended while attempting to infiltrate the Chachanji market to execute their malicious plans, which were believed to involve kidnapping and other criminal acts, according to Oni.

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During the operation, the troops seized two AK-47 rifles, two magazines for the AK-47, and 26 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.

Oni confirmed that the suspects are currently in custody and are undergoing further investigation to reveal additional information about their network and activities.

In his comments, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander of 6 Brigade, praised the troops for their alertness, professionalism, and rapid response, which contributed to the operation’s success.

He assured the residents of Taraba State that the Nigerian Army remains steadfast in its commitment to combating terrorism, banditry, and other criminal activities.

General Uwa also expressed gratitude for the support and cooperation of law-abiding citizens in providing timely and credible information.

“Together, we will continue to strive for a safer and more secure nation,” the statement attributed to him concluded.