Troops of the Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have announced the dismantling of several terrorists’ hideouts in Taraba State.
The operation, which the army said was aimed at eradicating terrorists’ strongholds in remote areas of the state, yielded substantial results, with a cache of arms and ammunition seized during the raids.
According to a statement by the Director of Army Public Relations, Maj-Gen Onyema Nwachukwu, in Jalingo, yesterday, the troops conducted aggressive patrols in Rugga, Sarti and Yade communities, where they encountered and dispersed terrorists, who fled their bases in the face of overwhelming firepower.
The thorough search of the hideouts, the troops said, led to the confiscation of one AK-47 rifle, as well as a knife and two mobile phones belonging to the terrorists.
The statement emphasised the military’s determination to root out terrorism from every corner of the state, with ongoing pursuit operations targeting remaining criminal hideouts.
It reassured the public of the Army’s unwavering commitment to combatting all forms of criminal activities, particularly as the farming season approaches, ensuring the safety of residents .
Nwachukwu urged the public to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by providing timely and actionable information about any suspicious activity in their communities.
The successful military operations, as made known by the Director of Army Public Relations, underscore the army’s resolve to maintain peace and stability in the state, making it inhabitable for unlawful elements.
