Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Wukari have dismantled a gunrunning syndicate operating within the Southern region of Taraba State.
Acting on credible intelligence regarding the activities of gunrunners at a settlement in Byepyi Village along Tsukundi Road, in Wukari Local Government Area, the troops swiftly conducted a tactical operation that resulted in the arrest of two suspects, 55-year-old Buba Idi and 29-year-old Isiyaka Yusufa.
Subsequent interrogation and follow-up actions on the arrested suspects led to the recovery of one AK-47 Rifle, one AK-47 Magazine, sixteen rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, on Tecno mobile phone, and one Bajaj motorcycle.
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A press statement by the 6 Brigade Public Relations Officer, Captain Olubodunde Oni, said the suspects are in custody and currently undergoing preliminary investigation, which is assisting the troops to unearth more about their activities.
While commending the troops for their swift action and professionalism, the Commander 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, noted that the operation is part of ongoing efforts by the Brigade to combat the proliferation of illegal arms and enhance security across the state.
He reiterated the Brigade’s commitment to ensuring that criminal networks have no haven within its Area of Responsibility.
Source: Channels TV
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