TROOPS from the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have raided and destroyed several bandit camps in Taraba State, recovering key equipment used by the criminals.
The military operation, carried out on July 5, 2025, targeted a gathering organized by a notorious gang leader identified as Liamdoo Douglas Adekpe, also known as Bajor.
According to a statement released by Captain Olubodunde Oni, the brigade’s spokesperson, the offensive was based on credible intelligence and focused on remote locations in the southern part of Wukari Local Government Area—areas known to be strongholds of the Bajor-led group.
Upon arrival, the bandits fled the scene, leaving behind valuable materials.
Troops proceeded to destroy their operational bases, which had been used for planning attacks and storing weapons.
Additionally, five motorcycles believed to be used by the syndicate for quick raids on nearby communities were recovered.
Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander of the 6 Brigade and Sector 3 OPWS, confirmed that although Bajor and his men escaped, the military remains vigilant and continues to track their movements.
He reiterated the Army’s dedication to rooting out criminal elements and restoring peace and safety across Taraba and neighboring regions.
General Uwa also called on residents to support security efforts by providing timely and actionable intelligence.
He emphasized the Army’s commitment to employing both military force and non-violent strategies to maintain long-term stability in the region.