Troops of 6 Brigade, Nigerian Army, have neutralised four armed militia members and recovered weapons during a rapid and coordinated response to renewed communal violence in Usmanu Village, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State.
Acting Assistant Director, Army Public Relations, 6 Brigade Nigerian Army, Lieutenant Umar Muhammed, said the operation happened in the early hours of Sunday, 30th of November 2025.
Muhammed said the operation followed credible intelligence indicating a resurgence of long-standing land disputes between the Shomo and Wurkun communities. The dispute escalated into armed clashes, resulting to killing of many people and destruction of property, including the burning of houses.
He said In response to the credible information, the 6 Brigade immediately deployed forces to restore order and prevent further deterioration of the security situation.
“Upon reaching the area, the troops came under fire from armed assailants emerging from the Fadama axis. A brief but fierce exchange ensued, during which the soldiers neutralised four of the attackers.
“Subsequent exploitation of the area led to the recovery of 3 dane guns, 1 fabricated AK-47 rifle. 25 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and 2 motorcycles
He further revealed that a particular development that underscores the complexity of the conflict, a personnel of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) found operating alongside the armed militia “He was arrested. He is currently undergoing further investigation and profiling to determine his level of involvement.
The police public relations officer Taraba state command (PPRO) ASP Victor did not answer his calls to comment on the involvement of the police personnel as at the time of filling this report.