In an intensive fire fight, troops of six Brigade Nigerian Army sector three Operation Whirl Stroke successfully killed a wanted notorious terrorist along Gbeji-Afia a border community to Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State.
A statement signed and made available to newsmen by acting assistant Director, 6 Brigade Army Public Relations, Captain Oni OLUBODUNDE revealed that the neutralized criminal known as Odumeje was the second in command to Fullfire the leader of an ill-famed terrorist group operating between Taraba and Benue States who has been on the watch list of security agencies.
“The troops while on a fighting patrol came in contact with the armed Terrorists on a motorcycle. Our gallant troops immediately engaged the terrorists in a fierce exchange of gunfire leading to the neutralization of one terrorist while others escaped into the bush with gunshot wounds.”
According to the statement, the operation which took place on Monday 29th July 2024 led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and magazine, seven rounds of 7.62 millimetres special ammunition, two mobile phone and some assorted charms.
Commending the troops for their gallantry and commitment to duty, Commander Six Brigade, Brigadier, General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa reiterated the Army’s decision to rid Taraba state of criminal elements.
He equally thanked members of the community for their support, stressing that the fight against terrorism is a collective effort.
