By Godwin Agia, Jalingo
Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, on Saturday neutralized four armed militia members and recovered weapons during a rapid response to renewed communal violence in Usmanu Village, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Umar Muhammad, Lieutenant, the Acting Assistant Director Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army said the clash stemmed from long-standing land disputes between Shomo and Wurkun communities, which escalated into armed attacks and property destruction, including burning of houses.
According to Umar, “Upon receiving credible intelligence, 6 Brigade swiftly deployed forces to restore order. In the ensuing exchange, soldiers neutralized four attackers and recovered three dane guns, one fabricated AK-47 rifle, twenty-five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and two motorcycles.
“During the operation, a police personnel was arrested for operating alongside the militia and is undergoing investigation.
“The operation followed credible intelligence indicating a resurgence of violence.
“The troops came under fire from armed assailants emerging from the Fadama axis,” he said
Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander of 6 Brigade/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, praised troops for their bravery and commitment to professionalism.
