Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a suspected gunrunner in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammad, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, said the suspect identified as Abdulmudallabi Audu, was apprehended with an AK-47 rifle, two magazines, and 53 rounds of ammunition.
“In continuation of ongoing operations across Taraba State, code-named Operation LAFIYA NAKOWA, troops of 6 Brigade Nigerian Army / Sector 3, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have recorded another significant success in the sustained effort to rid the state of criminal elements and illegal arms,” the statement read.
“Acting on credible intelligence, on 12 November 2025, troops conducted a raid operation at Shagada Village under Namnai Ward in Gassol Local Government Area of Taraba State, which led to the arrest of a suspected gun-runner identified as Mr Abdulmudallabi Audu, aged 25, who was found in possession of arms and ammunition.
“Items recovered from the suspect include: one (1) AK-47 rifle, two (2) AK-47 magazines, fifty-three (53) rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
“The suspect and the recovered exhibits are currently in the custody of 6 Brigade Headquarters for further investigation and possible prosecution.
“The Commander, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their vigilance, professionalism, and swift response to actionable intelligence. He reiterated the Brigade’s commitment to sustaining aggressive operations across Taraba State to ensure peace, security, and the protection of law-abiding citizens within the North East and adjoining regions.
