The 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Military, working beneath Sector 3 of Operation Whirl Stroke, OPWS, has arrested a notorious kidnap suspect in Wukari Native Authorities Space of Taraba State.
The breakthrough, as said in a press release made out there to journalists on Sunday by the Brigade’s Performing Assistant Director, Military Public Relations, Lt. Umar Muhammad, was achieved beneath Operation Zafin Wuta.
“Troops appearing on credible intelligence apprehended the suspect, Umar Musa Geyi on 22 November 2025 at Jandei-Kulamu in Wukari.
“Geyi, who has lengthy been on the safety watchlist, is believed to be a key member of a kidnapping syndicate accountable for a collection of abductions throughout the world,” the assertion learn.
In line with the military, preliminary investigations linked him to the November 13, 2025 abduction of Alhaji Jano, a resident of the Jandei-Kulala axis, who continues to be being held by his captors.
Troopers reportedly intercepted Geyi whereas he was engaged in a cellphone dialog in wich he demanded a N20 million ransom.
The suspect is at the moment in the army custody as efforts intensify to find out the sufferer’s location and guarantee his secure rescue.
The Commander of the Brigade, Brigadier Normal Kingsley Chidiebere Uwa, recommended the troops for his or her swift and coordinated response.
He reiterated the Brigade’s dedication to dismantling felony networks and restoring peace throughout Taraba State. He additionally urged residents to stay vigilant and proceed offering safety businesses with well timed, actionable data.
