Army destroys bandits’ camps, recover ammunition in Taraba State
By Raymond Enoch
The Military troops of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have destroyed several bandits camps and recovered ammunition in Taraba.
This is contained in a statement, signed by Captain Olubodunde Oni, Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations and made available to newsmen in Jalingo, the Taraba State Capitol on Sunday.
The statement stated that the operation code named : operation golden peace’ under the pragmatic leadership of Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa, have successfully conducted a series of clearance operations across multiple bandit hideouts in Taraba State.
” The operation code named OP GOLDEN PEACE commenced after extensive confidence building patrols, clearance missions, and stakeholder engagements, which proved effective in the northern part of the state.
” The latest phase of the operation began on 28 November 2024 in Takum Local Government Area (LGA), focusing on known bandit and terrorist hideouts around Likam High Grounds.
” Troops cleared these areas and extended their presence along the power line near Vingin villages, reassuring and boosting the confidence of local residents.
” Further operations on 29 and 30 November 2024 targeted Kufai Ahmadu, Jam, Hingir, Ukum, and Nbaume villages.
“In the notorious terrorist camps of New Gboko and Che Adekpe, linked to the wanted criminal Liamdoo Douglas Adekpe, AKA Boujogh, troops came in contact engaged the bandits in a fierce firefight, overwhelming them with superior firepower and forcing their retreat in disarray.
“During the exploitation phase, several bandit camps were destroyed, and troops recovered 27 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunitions 1 AK 47 Magazine, 1 handheld Baofeng radio and 2 motorcycles.
“To further solidify the safety of residents, troops projected force into the Akume and Ananum areas of Donga LGA on 30 November 2024, reinforcing the Brigade’s commitment to securing lives and property throughout Taraba State,” it stated.
The statement further quoted Commander 6 Brigade, Brigadier General Uwa, who expressed gratitude for the unwavering support of local communities and encouraged them to remain vigilant while continuing to provide timely information to security agencies.
“Together, we will ensure peace and security across Taraba State and beyond.
” This is our determined effort to ensure a safe and secured environment for the ongoing farm harvest season and the forthcoming yuletide and to ensure that the state does not become a safe haven for criminals,” it added.
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