Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, operating under Operation Peace Shield, have repelled an attack by armed bandits and neutralised four of the assailants following a violent communal clash between the Shomo and Wurkun communities in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State.
The clash, which erupted at Usmanu village, resulted in the burning of 15 houses before military personnel were deployed to restore order.
Security sources told Akelicious that the troops arrived at the scene at about 9:35 a.m. on November 29 after receiving distress reports from residents in the affected communities. Shortly after their arrival, about 50 armed bandits reportedly launched an attack on the soldiers, prompting a swift and coordinated response that overpowered the attackers.
During the engagement, troops neutralised four bandits and recovered several weapons, including one fabricated AK-47 rifle, three dane guns, 25 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and two magazines.
The troops also arrested one key suspect believed to be collaborating with the armed group. According to military sources, the suspect is currently undergoing further investigation.
They further noted that troop morale and operational efficiency remain high as clearance operations continue across the general area to prevent further escalation.
