Troops of 6 brigade Nigerian army/sub sector 3 operation whirl stroke in Taraba state have reportedly captured 6 suspected kidnappers. The operatives also rejected a ₦2 million bribe offered to them by the suspects.
The assistant director, army public relations officer of 6 Brigade Jalingo, lieutenant Oni Olubodunde, in a statement said that the suspects were arrested at Chinkai and Sarkin Kudiu villages in Wukari and Ibbi local government areas of the state.
He said the troops working on a tip off succeeded in the arrest of three suspects. He said one Usman Ali, 25, and Abdulrahman Amadu, 28, offered the ₦2million bribe for their release which the troops rejected.
He said the suspects have also been linked to numerous high-profile abductions in the region, targeting both locals and foreigners for ransom and have long been under the surveillance of security agencies.
“Acting on a tip-off, troops from the 93 Battalion Sub-Sector 3B OPWS, stationed at Forward Operating Base Wukari, carried out a well-planned raid in Chinkai village of Wukari Local Government Area.
This raid led to the apprehension of two individuals identified as Usman Ali, aged 25 and Abdulrahman Amadu, aged 28.
“The suspects have been on the wanted list of the security agencies for their involvement in multiple kidnappings in Wukari and its surroundings.
“Upon their arrest, the suspects attempted to bribe the troops with 2 million Naira for release. However, the soldiers staunchly refused the bribe, underscoring their dedication to justice and integrity.
“The suspects were also overheard stating that if money failed to secure their freedom, their associates would resort to armed means to rescue them from custody.
“These captured suspects have been linked to numerous high-profile abductions in the region, targeting both locals and foreigners for ransom and have long been under the surveillance of security agencies.
“The Commander 6 Brigade/ Sector 3 OPWS, Kingsley Chidebere, a brigadier general has since commended the troops for their courage and unwavering commitment to ethical standards.
“He emphasised that the successful apprehension of these suspects is a testament to the diligent efforts and dedication of the soldiers, highlighting their refusal to accept bribes as a clear demonstration of their professionalism and integrity,” Mr Olubodunde’s statement read.
