Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have recorded a significant breakthrough in the ongoing clearance operation codenamed Operation Lafiya Nakowa, neutralizing terrorist hideouts in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State.
According to a statement signed by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations for the 6 Brigade, the operation took place on October 14, 2025, following credible intelligence on terrorist activities in Badekoshi, Fajul, Kurmi, and Dampar villages under the Dampar District of Ibi LGA.
The troops, deployed at Tapga Ngasawa village, swiftly acted on the intelligence and launched a series of clearance operations in the identified locations. During the operation at Badekoshi, contact was made with suspected terrorists, who fled under intense fire towards Fajul village near the forest.
The troops gave chase, using superior firepower to dislodge the criminals, who eventually abandoned their hideouts and escaped deeper into the forest.
Items recovered during a thorough exploitation of the area include:
One AK-47 rifle
One AK-47 magazine
One round of 7.62mm special ammunition
Five rounds of blank ammunition
Two fragmental jackets
Two military camouflage uniforms
One Jincheng motorcycle, suspected to have been stolen during an earlier attack on Tapga village
Commander of the 6 Brigade NA/Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their professionalism, resilience, and commitment to duty. He urged them to sustain the momentum until all criminal elements are eliminated from the state.
The Nigerian Army reiterated its resolve to ensure the safety of all law-abiding citizens and pledged continued collaboration with other security agencies and local communities to restore lasting peace in Taraba State.
