Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, operating under Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, have arrested a suspected gun-runner during a stop-and-search exercise in Ibi Local Government Area of Taraba State.
The arrest took place in the early hours of Saturday at Sarkin Kudu following intelligence reports, according to the Brigade’s spokesperson, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad. He said vigilant troops on sentry duty intercepted an Audi vehicle with registration number RBC 798 DV (Abuja), which led to the discovery.
The suspect, identified as 48-year-old Monday Reuben from Numan Local Government Area of Adamawa State, was apprehended after a detailed search of the vehicle uncovered a cache of arms and ammunition.
Recovered items include two AK-47 rifles, 197 empty magazines, a box of 7.62 x 51mm NATO ammunition containing 250 rounds, 14 packs of 9mm Parabellum ammunition with 700 rounds, and 19 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
Troops also seized ₦2,440,000 in cash, a wallet containing multiple identification and ATM cards, two mobile phones, a power bank, eight bottles of perfume, a rechargeable torchlight, and assorted local charms.
Lieutenant Muhammad stated that the suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in military custody and will be handed over to appropriate authorities for further investigation and prosecution.
Commander of the 6 Brigade/Sector 3 OPWS, Brigadier General Chukwuemeka Micheal Akaliro, commended the troops for their vigilance and professionalism. He reiterated the Brigade’s commitment to eliminating criminal threats in Taraba State in line with the directive of the Chief of Army Staff.
The commander further assured that personnel involved in the successful operation would be recognised under the Army’s reward and sanction policy as efforts continue to safeguard lives and property in the state.
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