Troops Nab 2 Gunners, Declare One Wanted In Taraba
Troops of 6 Brigade, Sector 3, Operation WHIRL STROKE, have arrrested two guunrunners, Christopher Adamu and James Yangyang in two separate operations in Taraba.
The troops have launched a manhunt of another suspected gunrunner, Bazoe John of Murubai Village in Ardo-Kola LGA.
A statement by Lieutenant Umar Umar Mohammed, Acting Assistant Director
Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army,, said Christopher Adamu was arrested at Sebos Joint in Mayo Dassa, Jalingo Local Government Area, and James Yangyang at Tautre Village in Ardo-Kola Local Government Area, on 11 and 12 January 2026, respectively.
The operation conducted in conjunction with operatives of the Defence Intelligence Agency.
“These arrests were achieved through sustained surveillance and deliberate operational planning aimed at dismantling criminal networks involved in the illegal proliferation of small arms within the Area of Responsibility.
“Building on this success and acting on credible and actionable intelligence, troops of 6 Brigade, Sector 3, conducted a well-coordinated cordon and search operation at Murubai Village in Ardo-Kola LGA. During the operation, troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one magazine, and four rounds of live ammunition from the residence of Mr Bazoe John, a suspected arms trafficke, who is currently at large.
“The operation was executed with precision, restraint, and respect for civil authority, and was concluded successfully without casualty or incident, reflecting the high level of discipline, professionalism, and operational competence of the troops.
“Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect and to recover additional weapons, as part of sustained measures to deny criminal elements freedom of action,” the statement added.
The Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa praised the troops for their courage, dedication, and professionalism.
He noted that the success underscores the effectiveness of intelligence-driven operations and the resolve of the Nigerian Army to decisively tackle arms proliferation and other criminal activities within the Brigade’s Area of Responsibility.
The Commander urged the troops to sustain the momentum while maintaining the highest standards of discipline and respect for civil authority, assuring them of continuous support from higher headquarters.
