Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have thwarted a robbery attempt, rescued abducted travellers, and recovered arms in a string of coordinated operations across Taraba State.
The Brigade’s Acting Spokesperson, Lt. Umar Muhammad, disclosed the operations in a statement issued on Monday.
According to the statement, the first incident occurred on 6 December 2025 in Manya, Takum Local Government Area, where soldiers responded to a distress call after armed robbers barricaded the Manya–Takum Road and began robbing commuters.
“The troops launched a rapid clearance operation, forcing the criminals to flee and abandon their weapons. An AK-47 rifle, an AK-47 magazine, and three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition were recovered. Their intervention restored safety and movement along the busy route,” the statement read.
In a separate operation in Kufai Amadu, also in Takum LGA, troops rescued two kidnapped travellers after receiving reports that four men from Bauchi State were abducted in Amadu Town while seeking directions en route to Baissa in Kurmi LGA.
“Preliminary findings revealed that two of the victims, identified as Mr. Musa Danji and Mr. Yusuf, were taken away by their abductors towards New City. Coordinated search operations led to the rescue of two others, Mr. Yusuf Musa and Mr. Muhammed Umar, who escaped from captivity. Search efforts for the remaining victims are ongoing,” the Army said, adding that efforts to apprehend the perpetrators have intensified.
In another operation carried out the same day, troops deployed in Iware, Ardo-Kola LGA, arrested two suspects and recovered weapons during an intelligence-led raid in Garin Sambo, Tau Village. Items seized included two pump-action guns, 13 cartridges, two motorcycles and four mobile phones. The suspects, identified as Baba Wura Sambo and Mallam Adamu Darda, were arrested for alleged illegal possession of arms.
Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, applauded the troops for their swift and professional response. He reaffirmed the Brigade’s commitment to sustained, aggressive operations aimed at dismantling criminal networks across the state.
Uwa also assured residents of heightened security throughout the Yuletide season and urged the public to remain vigilant and provide credible information to support ongoing efforts to maintain peace in Taraba State.