Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have neutralised two suspected bandits and recovered arms during a clearance operation in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State.
The operation, carried out by troops deployed at Sarkin Kudu, followed intelligence reports on the activities of suspected bandits operating from a hideout around Dooshima District in the area.
According to a statement issued by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, troops launched a tactical raid on the hideout after receiving credible intelligence on May 18, 2026.
The statement said the troops encountered armed assailants upon arriving at the location, leading to a gun battle.
“During the encounter, troops successfully neutralised two suspected bandits, while others escaped with suspected gunshot wounds,” the statement said.
Items recovered during the operation included one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, one locally fabricated pistol, one Android phone, three small mobile phones, two charm vests, and other personal belongings.
The military said the recovered items are currently in custody and would be handed over to the relevant authorities for further action.
Speaking on the operation, Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Michael Akaliro, commended the troops for their courage and swift response.
Akaliro said the operation aligned with the directive of the Chief of Army Staff aimed at eliminating criminal elements and ensuring peace and security across Taraba State and neighbouring areas.
He also assured that soldiers involved in the operation would be rewarded under the Brigade’s reward and sanction system.
“The Brigade remains committed to sustaining aggressive operations against all forms of criminality,” he said, while urging members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies.
