Troops Neutralise Two Terrorists, Recover Weapons in Taraba
Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have successfully foiled a terrorist attack and neutralized two terrorists in Taraba State. This, in continuation of the ongoing operations across Taraba State, code-named Operation Lafiya Nakowa, aimed at flushing out terrorists and criminal elements within the state,.
Acting on credible intelligence, troops advanced to Tor Ikyeghgba village on October 1, 2025, where bandits were reported to be converging. Upon arrival, the troops made contact with the terrorists along the Powerline axis and immediately engaged them with superior firepower, resulting in the neutralization of two terrorists.
During the operation, the following items were recovered; 1 locally fabricated pistol, 2 Dane guns, 3 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition, 1 Baofeng radio, 1 motorcycle and other items.
The Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their swift response, resilience, and professionalism. He urged the troops to maintain the momentum and assured residents of Taraba State that the Brigade remains fully committed to ensuring peace, safety, and security within the state.
Brig. Gen. Uwa called on members of the public to continue supporting ongoing operations by providing timely and credible information that will aid in the fight against criminality.
