Monday, December 2, 2024 - The Nigerian Army, operating under the 6 Brigade/Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, has stepped up its fight against banditry in Taraba State with a series of clearance operations named ‘Operation Golden Peace.’
The operations, which follow extensive patrols and community
engagements, have successfully dismantled multiple bandit hideouts in the
northern region of the state.
The latest phase of the operation began on November 28, 2024, targeting
notorious bandit and terrorist camps around the Lijem High Ground in Takum
Local Government Area.
The troops cleared the hideouts and extended their security presence
near Vingiri and Vingir villages, boosting the confidence of local residents.
Further operations on November 29 and 30 focused on areas including
Kufai Ahmadu, Jam, Hingir, Ukum, and Nbaume villages. Notably, in the New Gboko
and Che Adekpe camps—linked to the wanted criminal Liamdoo Douglas Adekpe, also
known as Boujogh—troops engaged bandits in a fierce gunfight. Overwhelmed by
superior firepower, the bandits retreated in disarray.
During the operations, the troops destroyed several camps and recovered
ammunition, including 27 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, an AK-47
magazine, a handheld Baofeng radio, and two motorcycles.
To reinforce security, the troops extended their presence to the Akume
and Ananum areas of Donga Local Government Area on November 30.
Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander of the 6 Brigade,
commended the cooperation of local communities and urged continued vigilance
and timely reporting of suspicious activities. “Together, we will ensure peace
and security across Taraba State and beyond,” General Uwa assured the public.
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