NIGERIAN MILITARY JET CRASHES IN NIGER. (PHOTO).

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 Nigerian military jet crashes in Niger A Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Alpha Jet has reportedly crashed near Karabonde, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, on Saturday evening, December 6. Unconfirmed reports from local sources clam that the two pilots onboard survived the incident after successfully ejecting from the aircraft. A Niger state-based digital television network, Lapai TV, announced the tragic incident  in a post on its official Facebook account on Saturday evening, December 6. The post, accompanied by a one-minute video, read, “Two Nigerian Air Force Pilots Reportedly Survive Alpha Jet Crash Close to Karabonde, Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State”. It was reported that the two pilots successfully ejected before the aircraft went down. Meanwhile, the Nigerian military has yet to make any official statement concerning about the crash as of the time of filing this report.

TROOPS BUST GUNRUNNING SYNDICATE IN TARABA, ARREST TWO SUSPECTS, RECOVER WEAPONS. (PHOTO).


 Troops bust gunrunning syndicate in Taraba, arrest two suspects, recover weapons


Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 6 Brigade have dismantled a suspected gun-running syndicate operating in southern Taraba State, arresting two individuals and seizing weapons and other items during a raid in Wukari Local Government Area.

The operation, carried out by soldiers from the Forward Operating Base, Wukari, followed credible intelligence regarding the activities of arms dealers in Byepi Village along Tsukundi Road.

A statement made available to journalists on Friday in Jalingo by the Brigade’s acting spokesperson, Captain Olubodunde Oni, identified the suspects as Buba Idi, 55, and Isiyaka Yusufa, 29.

According to the statement, “A tactical operation led to their arrest and subsequent searches uncovered one AK-47 rifle, an AK-47 magazine, sixteen rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, a Tecno mobile phone, and a Bajaj motorcycle.” 

The suspects, who are currently in military custody, are undergoing preliminary investigation at the time of filing this report.

The brigade commander, Brigadier General Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, commended the troops for their swift and professional action.

He stated that the operation forms part of broader efforts to curb the proliferation of illegal arms and enhance security across Taraba State.

He further assured residents that the brigade remains committed to dismantling criminal networks and urged the public to continue supporting security agencies with credible information to facilitate proactive operations.

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