Troops of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, have destroyed a major bandits’ camp in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State, dealing a significant blow to criminal networks in the region.
The operation is part of ongoing efforts under Operation Lafiya Nakowa to flush out bandits and terrorists hibernating within the Brigade’s Area of Responsibility.
According to a statement by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, the troops acted on credible intelligence about the activities of bandits around Unom, Yongogba, Tornyi, and Mbayongo villages in Takum LGA.
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The troops carried out a clearance patrol through Tor-Tser, Kofar Ahmadu, Tornyi, Unom, Mbayongo, and Yongogba villages, successfully clearing the identified areas, adjoining settlements, and river lines.
During the advance, fresh intelligence indicated that bandits were sighted around TY Farm in Tati. The troops swiftly moved to the area through Sabon Gida Tati and made contact with the criminals, who fled after coming under superior firepower.
On exploitation, the troops discovered and destroyed a major bandits’ camp at TY Farm, effectively denying the criminals a safe haven. One dane gun and other items were recovered during the operation.
The Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their swift response, gallantry, and professionalism. He reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to sustaining peace and security across Taraba State and urged residents to continue providing credible information to support ongoing military operations.