‘Two terrorists killed’ as troops repel attack on Taraba community

Troops of 6 brigade operation whirl stroke have killed two terrorists while repelling an attack at Kweserti village in Ussa LGA of Taraba.

In a statement on Friday, Oni Olubodunde, assistant director of 6 brigade army public relations, said the troops recovered some weapons from the terrorists.

“The troops of 6 brigade Nigerian army/sector 3 operation WHIRL STROKE have once again demonstrated their unwavering determination to eliminate terrorism, insurgency and other criminal activities in Taraba State,” the statement reads.

“In recent operations conducted by the gallant soldiers, significant successes have been achieved in thwarting attacks, apprehending suspects and recovery of arms and ammunition.

“The troops of 93 battalion sub-sector 3B OPWS, acting on credible intelligence, carried out clearance operations in Rikwenmakpawere and Alaha villages in Ussa local government area.

“A foiled attack at Kweserti village prompted the swift response of the troops, who engaged the armed militias with superior firepower, forcing them to retreat in disarray.”

Olubodunde said the troops recovered 1 AK-47 magazine with 7 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition from the fleeing terrorists.

He said the troops of 114 battalion sub-sector 3C also arrested two suspected terrorists in Lau LGA of the state.

He added that the troops recovered one SMG rifle, one single-barrel gun, two AK-47 magazines, and 51 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition during the operation.