Nigerian Army Foils Bandit Attack in Taraba State.

Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have successfully thwarted a bandit attack in Ussa Local Government Area of Taraba State. The operation, conducted under Operation Lafiyan Jama’a, resulted in the neutralization of one suspected bandit.

Acting on credible intelligence regarding bandit movement in the Fikyu axis, troops established an ambush near Gafar village. Upon sighting a group of bandits moving towards the village with apparent hostile intent, the troops engaged the suspects. One bandit was killed during the ensuing exchange, while others fled into the surrounding area.

A subsequent clearance operation yielded the recovery of one AK-47 rifle and a motorcycle, reportedly stolen from a local resident. The recovered items are currently in military custody for further investigation and action. This successful operation underscores the Nigerian Army’s commitment to maintaining security and combating banditry in the region.