November 10, 2024
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Troops arrest suspected bandits, logistics supplier in Taraba State.

By

Akanta Hannah

 

Troops of Six Brigade, Nigerian Army, and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have apprehended three suspected bandits and a logistics supplier linked to terrorists within and outside Taraba State.

 

A statement made available to newsmen by Acting Assistant Director Six Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain OLUBODUNDE Oni disclosed that the operation, launched on October 7, 2024, in Karim Lamido Local Government area resulted in the arrest of Adamu Abubakar, Mohammed Bello, and Musa Adamu, believed to be responsible for armed robberies, kidnappings, and violent assaults in the area.

 

“Following credible intelligence reports, a special operation was launched on 7 October 2024 in Andamin general area of Karim Lamido LGA, leading to the successful apprehension of some suspected bandits at Jeb – Jeb, a border community between Taraba and Plateau States. These arrests come as part of a broader effort of 6 Brigade to curb the rising wave of inter-state criminality within its area of operation. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects have been active in the state for several years, and investigation is in progress to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate.”

 

A separate operation in Lau Local Government area of Taraba state has led to the arrest of one Musa Inusa, a key logistics supplier to a notorious terrorist group.

 

Items recovered from him include: Jack Knife, two thousand four hundred and sixty naira, suspected Indian hemp wraps and other illicit drugs.

 

Investigations are ongoing to apprehend additional syndicate members and determine Inusa’s involvement.

 

The Brigade reassures the public of its commitment to combating banditry and terrorism, urging citizens to remain vigilant, and report suspicious activities to law enforcement agencies.

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