Troops of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have neutralised four armed militia members and recovered weapons in an operation launched following renewed communal hostilities in Usmanu Village, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Naijaonpoint reports that the operation was disclosed in a statement issued on Sunday by the Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad.
Muhammad said the deployment was triggered by “credible intelligence indicating a resurgence of long-standing land disputes between the Shomo and Wurkun communities,” which had escalated into armed confrontations and the burning of homes.
According to the statement, soldiers came under attack shortly after arriving in the troubled area, leading to a brief exchange of fire in which four assailants were killed.
A subsequent sweep of the scene led to the recovery of three dane guns, one fabricated AK-47 rifle, 25 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and two motorcycles.
In a development described as disturbing, the Brigade confirmed the arrest of a personnel of the Nigeria Police Force found operating alongside the armed group.
The suspect, the Army said, is undergoing investigation “to determine his level of involvement.”
Commander, 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, praised the troops for their professionalism and swift response.
He commended the soldiers “for their prompt response, bravery, and adherence to professional rules of engagement.”
Uwa reaffirmed the Brigade’s resolve to restore calm in the state, stressing that it remained “determined to rid Taraba State of criminal elements and maintain operational momentum across all areas of responsibility.”
The Army appealed to residents to remain calm and vigilant, urging communities to embrace peaceful coexistence and provide credible information to security agencies.
According to the statement, operations under Operation Peace Shield, Operation Lafiya Nakowa and Operation Zafin Wuta will continue until normalcy is fully restored.
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