Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army and Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have apprehended a suspected gunrunner in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba state.
It was learnt that the troops successfully arrested a 48-year-old suspect, Mr. Abubakar Ibrahim, a native of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State on 12 February, 2026.
Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, the Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations in 6 Brigade, said A thorough search conducted during the operation led to the recovery of 6 PKT Machine Guns, 2 x 7.62mm special ammunition, ₦170,000 cash, 1 Peugeot 504 vehicle, 1 mobile Phone, 7 bottles and wraps of perfume as well as 2 small containers of vaseline.
He confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation.
The army brigade spokesperson said the interception has once again denied criminal elements the opportunity to proliferate illegal weapons within the state, thereby contributing significantly to ongoing efforts to curb insecurity and enhance public safety.
“The Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Micheal Akaliro, commended the vigilance, professionalism, and swift response of the troops. He urged them to sustain the operational tempo to ensure the Brigade achieves the mandate assigned by the Chief of Army Staff (COAS).He also appreciated the cooperation of local residents who provided timely and credible intelligence that significantly supported the success of the operation.
“The Commander called on members of the public to remain security conscious and to continue assisting security agencies with actionable information, saying that the Brigade remains resolute in its mandate to protect lives and property, and to restore lasting peace and stability across Taraba State.”
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