Troops deployed in exercise Ayem Akpatuma have arrested some suspected criminals at Takum, Taraba State.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Director Army Public Relations, Brigadier General Texas Chukwu.
One of the suspects, Rapheal Yakwa was arrested while taking unauthorised and suspicious photographs in a military event.
During the preliminary investigation it was revealed that he was among some youths been sponsored by certain individuals in the state to cause uprisings in the area.
He has also confessed to have participated in most nefarious activities of a group, this was further proven by series of media content discovered on his mobile phone.
His confession has led to the arrest of another suspect, Mr Irambariye Mamman who is said to be the youth leader as well as the leader of the group. Also apprehended is one Mr Micah Audu who also confessed to be member of the gang.
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