The Nigerian troops have arrested two terrorists in Taraba state.
According to reports, the troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) apprehended two suspects after a fierce gun battle at Geshi Village along Rafin Kada road in Damisa Ward of Donga Local Government Area, Taraba State on the 11th of July 2024.
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Confirming the arrest, the acting Assistant Director of the 6 Brigade Army Relation, Lieutenant Oni Olubodunde, in a statement released on Sunday, July 14 said troops also rescued a 9-year-old pupil, identified as Miss Dorothy Kwatsumen found wandering around in her school uniform in Yorro LGA of the state.
He added that part of the exhibit recovered include two motorcycles used by the criminals
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The statement reads;
The operation, conducted by the troops deployed in Akate in Donga Local Government Area, occurred following intelligence reports that revealed an attack in Geshi Village by armed terrorists,” the statement read.
Acting on this information, troops swiftly mobilized to the area and engaged the armed men in a fierce exchange of gun battle, ultimately overpowering the terrorists with superior fire power and subdued them forcing the criminals to flee in disarray into the bush with gun shot wounds.
“Troop continued to explore the success by pursuing the miscreants and arrested 2 terrorists with their motorcycles. The captured terrorist are currently under custody for interrogation.”
Speaking after the successful operation, the Commander 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 OPWS commended the troops for their bravery, swift response, and dedication to duty.
“This operation is a testament to the unwavering commitment of our troops to ensure the state is free of kidnapping, banditary, and other criminality in our society. He affirmed that the Brigade will continue to intensify efforts to rid Taraba State of criminal elements,” he stated.
The Commander also urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities stating that 6 Brigade remains steadfast in its mission to ensure the safety and security of all residents in Taraba State.
In another development, troops of Headquarters 6 Brigade while on routine patrol within the Jalingo metropolis, found a 9 year old pupil named Miss Dorothy Kwatsumen wandering around in her school uniform at Gongomaliki area in Yorro LGA of Taraba State.
Preliminary investigation to determine the name of her school and the location of her parents or guardians proved abortive. Consequently, she was moved immediately to the Brigade headquarters for custody to ensure her parents were located.
Eventually, she was later discovered to be a pupil of Glory Children Academy.
Troops proceeded to the school location and met the headteacher who informed troops that they had been searching for about 24 hours and have reported the case to the Jalingo Police Division.
The pupil was later reunited with her parents.
