Army smashes arms syndicate in Taraba

The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing preliminary investigation.

Commending the troops for their swift and professional conduct, the Commander of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, said the operation is part of intensified efforts to curb the spread of illegal arms and bolster security in Taraba State.

He reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to denying criminal elements any safe haven within its Area of Responsibility.

Brigadier General Uwa also expressed appreciation to the residents of Taraba State for their continued support and urged them to keep providing timely and credible information to security agencies to facilitate proactive action against crime.