Troops Eliminate Terrorist, Seize Arms and Ammunition in Taraba

The Nigerian Army has announced that troops from the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) successfully neutralized a terrorist, recovered an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and destroyed terrorist camps in Ikiyayo Forest, Wukari Local Government Area, Taraba State.

This was disclosed in a statement on the Nigerian Army’s social media platforms on Monday.

According to the statement, troops of 93 Battalion Sub-Sector 3B OPWS swiftly moved into action, targeting the hideouts and camps used by the terrorists.

“During the combing of the forest, the troops encountered the terrorists, engaging them in a heavy gunfight which led to the neutralization of one terrorist,” the statement said.

Troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, and 39 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and destroyed multiple camps used for planning and executing attacks.

“The Nigerian Army remains resolute and decisive in its mission to ensure the peace and security of lives and properties of citizens. We, therefore, urge the public to continue supporting our efforts by providing timely and accurate information on suspicious activities of terrorists and criminal elements,” it concluded.