Nasarawa: Obi community refutes army claim of illegal arms factory, threatens legal action
Residents of Agwatashi (Olosoho) community in Obi Local Government Area, Nasarawa State, have denied the Nigerian Army’s claim that an illegal arms manufacturing site was found in their area. The community described the report as a mistaken identity and demanded a correction. The statement was signed by the community’s youth leader, Aliyu Adokwe, and made […]
Troops arrest suspected gun runners, recover arms in Taraba operation
Troops of the Nigerian Army under 6 Brigade, Sector 3 of Operation WHIRL STROKE, have recorded another success in the fight against illegal arms trafficking in Taraba State. The soldiers arrested suspected gun runners and recovered weapons during a carefully planned intelligence-led operation carried out in collaboration with the Defence Intelligence Agency. According to a […]
Army arrests soldier for selling ammunition to terrorists in Borno
The Nigerian Army has arrested one of its soldiers over alleged involvement in selling weapons, even as troops successfully rescued eight kidnapped victims and seized arms in recent operations across the country. A reliable source from Army Headquarters shared this information with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Monday, September 1, 2025, in Abuja. […]
Troops launch major offensive in Benue, rescue 11 hostages and recover assorted arms
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke have intensified their efforts to clear out bandits and armed groups from their hideouts in Benue and neighbouring Taraba State. The operation, led by Colonel KO Bukoye and supported by air power, marked a major push against criminal activity in the region. The military offensive, which took place on August […]
Troops neutralize bandit, destroy camps in Benue
Troops from the 401 Special Forces Brigade and Sector 1 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), working with local hunters, have carried out a major operation to improve safety in Benue State. The mission took place around the Tatough area of Makurdi Local Government. The army spokesperson, Captain Abdullahi Lawal Osabo, said the troops also provided […]
Troops neutralize bandit, recover arms in Benue
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have taken firm action against criminal activity in Benue State by eliminating a bandit and recovering arms during a recent mission in Mararaba Gbagir. The operation was carried out on Tuesday, July 30, 2025, after troops received credible information about the presence of armed criminals in the area. Acting […]
NAF deploys more air assets to Benue after Yelwata massacre
After the shocking attack in Yelwata, Benue State, where more than 200 people reportedly lost their lives, the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has taken strong action by sending more aircraft to the area. These extra air assets are part of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), which is focused on improving safety in Benue and other North […]
Troops arrest four suspected terrorists, recover arms and ammunition in Taraba
The Nigerian Army continues to strengthen security in Taraba State, as troops from the 6 Brigade and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have arrested four men suspected to be terrorists. The arrest happened during a successful operation where weapons and other items were also recovered. Captain Olubodunde Oni, the Acting Assistant Director of […]
Boko Haram Terrorist Arrested In Taraba
The Nigerian Army has arrested a suspected Boko Haram terrorist in Taraba State. The suspect, Gambo Grema, was taken into custody during an operation by the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army, in collaboration with Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS). This operation focused on tackling terrorism in the region. Grema, also known as […]
Troops arrest suspected gunrunner, recover submachine gun in Taraba
The Nigerian Army is intensifying its efforts to combat illegal arms trafficking in Taraba State. Troops from the 6 Brigade, operating under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), arrested a suspected gunrunner, Alhaji Adamu Usman, on January 13, 2025, in the Gassol Local Government Area. Acting spokesperson for the brigade, Captain Oni Olubodunde, revealed that the operation […]