Suspected Boko Haram Terrorist Arrested In Taraba
Captain Oni Olubodunde, the Brigade acting spokesperson of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade and Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), has made public the arrest of a suspected member of the Boko Haram terrorist group.
The Captain disclosed this to journalists on Tuesday stating that the suspect was arrested on January 26, 2025, following credible intelligence.
According to the statement, the troops successfully tracked down and arrested Gambo Grema, also known as Gamboi, in Mai-Hula town, Bali Local Government council of the state.
The statement read:
“During initial questioning, Grema admitted to being part of a Boko Haram syndicate that had infiltrated Taraba State.
“Their objective was to engage in kidnapping for ransom to fund terrorist activities and establish a new operational cell in the region.
“Grema also revealed that members of the Islamic State in West Africa Province (ISWAP) were working alongside them to execute other criminal operations,”.
The Commander of the 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the success of the operation, emphasizing the brigade’s ongoing commitment to countering terrorism and ensuring the safety of citizens.
Brigadier Uwa assured the public of the army’s resolve to maintain peace and stability in the region and urged continued cooperation among security forces in the fight against terrorism.
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