By Tola Gbadamosi

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In the bid to flush out criminal elements from Taraba State the troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) have successfully neutralized three bandits and destroyed several camps as well as recovered arms and ammunition in a daring clearance operation conducted at Karim Lamido Local Government area of Taraba State.

It was reported that it’s a continuation of the ongoing military operations codenamed OPERATION LAFIYA JAMAA, aimed in a statement made available to The Hope Metro by the Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations 6 Brigade Nigerian Army Captain Olubodunde Oni  ” saying the operation, which targeted suspected bandits’ hideouts, saw troops advancing to Achalle where they thoroughly cleared the general area before projecting further force to Chibi.

“It further said that, on arrival at Chibi, the troops made contact with the bandits, who began fleeing upon sighting the advancing forces. In the engagement that ensued, 3 bandits were neutralized, and several makeshift camps used by the criminals were destroyed.

“Troops also recovered 2 motorcycles, 1 AK-47 magazine, and 13 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition from the scene.

It also said that the troops conducted a thorough combing of the Dutsen Zaki and Achalle axis where over seventy criminal camps have been dismantled in recent weeks. No human activity was observed during this latest sweep, indicating the sustained success of previous operations.

While commending the troops for their resilience and tactical success, the Commander 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, reassured the good people of Taraba State that there would be no safe haven for terrorists and criminal elements in the state. He urged residents to remain vigilant and law-abiding while continuing their lawful daily activities without fear or intimidation.

General Uwa further encouraged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies, noting that such collaboration remains vital to supporting ongoing operations and enhancing the safety and security of our communities.