Troops of the 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, in conjunction with Sector 3 Operation Whirl Stroke, have dislodged several bandits operating in Taraba and Benue states.
The troops launched a coordinated clearance operation on Friday in Akahagu and China villages of Ukum Local Government Area in Benue State.
The operation, codenamed ‘Operation Golden Peace’, is aimed at restoring peace and security in the region.
This was disclosed over the weekend by Brig. Gen.Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, Commander of the 6 Brigade, Nigeria Army .