Nigerian Army Arrests Notorious Bandit Kingpin Fidelis Gayama in Benue–Taraba Border Operation

The Nigerian Army has captured a high-profile bandit leader, Fidelis Gayama, during an intelligence-led operation in Vaase Community, Ukum Local Government Area, Benue State. Gayama, linked to multiple kidnappings and armed robberies along the Benue–Taraba axis, is reportedly associated with another wanted criminal, Aka Dogo. The arrest, carried out by troops of Forward Operating Base Wukari under Operation Whirl Stroke, is considered a major blow to criminal networks in the region. The suspect is now in military custody and will be handed over to authorities for investigation and prosecution. The Army urged residents to continue providing credible intelligence to aid ongoing security operations.