6 Brigade Nigerian Army Intensifies Clearance Operations in Taraba State

By Emmanuel Kwada

In a bid to ensure a safe and secure environment for the ongoing farm harvest season and the forthcoming yuletide, the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army has intensified clearance operations across multiple bandit hideouts in Taraba State.

The operation, code-named OP GOLDEN PEACE, commenced on November 28, 2024, in Takum Local Government Area, focusing on known bandit and terrorist hideouts around Lijem High Ground. Troops successfully cleared these areas, extended their presence along the power line near Vingiri and Vingir villages, and reassured local residents.

Several bandit camps were destroyed, and troops recovered 27 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, 1 AK 47 Magazine, 1 handheld Baofeng radio, and 2 motorcycles

Further operations were conducted on November 29 and 30, 2024, targeting Kufai Ahmadu, Jam, Hingir, Ukum, and Nbaume villages. In the notorious terrorist camps of New Gboko and Che Adekpe, troops engaged bandits in a fierce firefight, forcing them to retreat in disarray.

During the operation, several bandit camps were destroyed, and troops recovered 27 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, 1 AK 47 Magazine, 1 handheld Baofeng radio, and 2 motorcycles.

The Commander 6 Brigade, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, expressed gratitude for the support of local communities and encouraged them to remain vigilant while providing timely information to security agencies.

“Together, we will ensure peace and security across Taraba State and beyond,” General Uwa assured.