Troops Arrest Mastermind of Deadly Attack in Taraba Community

Troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army/Sector 3 Operation WHIRL STROKE, (OPWS) have arrested a terrorist mastermind responsible for a deadly attack on Mararaban Azagawa Village in Taraba State.

The troops who acted swiftly following the attack on 16 June 2024, which resulted in the tragic loss of five lives and numerous injuries arrested the 39 year old ring leader Hassan Ibrahim also known as Godu.

Items such as a Dane Gun, cartridges and a motorcycle belonging to one of the victims were recovered from him by the troops who were stationed at the Forward Operating Base in Bali Local Government Area.

Meanwhile, Hassan Ibrahim has admitted his involvement in the heinous act and has provided valuable information to the Brigade. He is currently in custody, cooperating with authorities to help capture his collaborators.