Troops of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke have arrested a suspected high-profile terrorist in Wukari Local Government Area, Taraba State, following credible intelligence reports.
Acting swiftly, the soldiers intercepted the suspect, 35-year-old Saawuan Wuaiyolna, at Takum Junction, Wukari, after tracking his movements.
According to a statement by Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, preliminary investigations revealed that Wuaiyolna hails from Ateryange community in Ukum LGA of Benue State. He is believed to be a key member of the notorious gang led by the wanted criminal Akiki Utivi, popularly known as “Full Fire.”
Findings further indicated that Wuaiyolna had infiltrated Wukari to spy on troop activities with the aim of enabling coordinated attacks against innocent civilians.
The Army described the arrest as a major blow to the gang’s operations, reaffirming its determination under Operation LAFIYA NAKOWA to deny terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements any freedom of action in Taraba and beyond.
Commander of 6 Brigade, Brigadier General Kingsley Uwa, praised the troops for their vigilance and gallantry, while reiterating the Brigade’s commitment to restoring and maintaining peace across its area of responsibility.
He also called on residents to continue supporting security forces with timely, credible intelligence to aid ongoing counter-terrorism efforts.
