PICTORIAL: 6 Brigade Troops Arrest Gunrunner, Recover Weapons In Taraba Intelligence-led Operations

In a swift and intelligence-driven operation, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army (NA)/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have apprehended a suspected gunrunner on Thursday, February 12, 2026, in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State.

The operation followed credible intelligence, prompting troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Wukari to take immediate action. The troops successfully arrested a 48-year-old suspect, Mr. Abubakar Ibrahim, a native of Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

A statement signed by the Acting Assistant Director,
Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, on Saturday and posted on the verified Facebook of the Nigerian Army, said a thorough search conducted during the operation led to the recovery of several weapons and other items.

They include six PKT Machine Guns, two 7.62mm Special Ammunition,cCash sum of ₦170,000 only, one Peugeot 504 vehicle, one Q Seven Mobile Phone, seven bottles and wraps of perfume, and two small containers of vaselin.

The statement said that the suspect is currently in custody and undergoing further investigation.

“This successful 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,” he stated.

Tje spokesman added that the Commander called on members of the public to remain security conscious and to continue assisting security agencies with actionable information.

“The Brigade remains resolute in its mandate to protect lives and property, and to restore lasting peace and stability across Taraba State,” he stated.

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