Troops Of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army Recover Arms Cache In Wukari, Taraba State

Troops Of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army Recover Arms Cache In Wukari, Taraba State

In continued efforts to stamp out criminal activities and restore peace in Taraba State, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA), on 6 September 2025, successfully carried out a cordon and search operation at Ikyaior village in Wukari Local Government Area of Taraba State.

The operation followed actionable and credible intelligence indicating that one Mr. Terhemen Nzagha, also known as “Full Fire,” was allegedly harbouring suspected armed criminals at Sabon-Gida Leke, Ikyaior village, along the Benue–Taraba border. Upon arrival, the troops conducted a thorough search of the area. Although no suspects were found at the location, the following items were recovered:

5 Special Forces face caps, 3 AK-47 magazines, 3 FN rifle magazines, 3 rifle slings, 2 FN rifle breech blocks and slides, 1 AK-47 firing mechanism 2 FN rifle stocks, 2 FN rifle springs, 1 mini-telescopic sight, 1 AK-47 rifle butt, 1 FN rifle bag, 1 badminton bag, 2 charms and 1 flashlight

The Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army / Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their swift response, high sense of professionalism, and commitment to duty. He further reassured the good people of Taraba State that the Brigade will remain vigilant, proactive, and resolute in sustaining ongoing operations aimed at ridding the State of criminal elements.

General Uwa also called on members of the public to continue to support security agencies with credible and timely information, stressing that such collaboration remains vital in consolidating peace and security across Taraba State and its environs.