Troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE (OPWS) have destroyed a concealed armoury and intercepted a significant weapons cache following an intelligence-led operation in Takum Local Government Area, dealing a decisive blow to criminal networks in the state.
The successful mission was launched early today after troops received actionable intelligence on the movement of an associate of a notorious criminal kingpin, John Ngata.
Acting swiftly, OPWS personnel from the Zaki-Biam deployment established a snap roadblock along the suspected route, leading to the peaceful interception of the suspect.
During preliminary interrogation, the suspect cooperated with troops and led them to a hidden armoury located in Amadu Village. At the site, a major cache of weapons was recovered, including:
· Thirteen (13) AK-47 rifles.
· Thirty-nine (39) AK-47 magazines.
· Six hundred and ninety (690) rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
· Four (4) hand grenades.
Following the recovery, the armoury was professionally destroyed on-site to prevent its future use by criminal elements. The troops subsequently withdrew safely to their base.
The Force Commander, Joint Task Force Operation WHIRL STROKE, Major General Moses Gara, commended the troops for their professionalism and swift response. He highlighted the operation as a model of effective intelligence utilization, which has successfully disrupted a key criminal supply chain.
Major General Gara reiterated the command’s commitment to troop welfare and operational readiness. He also expressed deep appreciation to the public for their continued cooperation and provision of credible intelligence, stating that community support remains a critical pillar in the fight against criminality.
The Commander urged residents to sustain the flow of timely information, assuring them of confidentiality and prompt action. He reaffirmed OPWS’s resolute dedication to ensuring peace, stability, and the protection of lives and property across its Area of Responsibility.
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