Cameroonian separatists leader arrested in Taraba

Taraba Police Commissioner Abimbola Shokoya said the suspect was arrested in one of the communities of Kurmi Local Government Area.

Taraba communities sharing boundaries with the Republic of Cameroon have in recent times been living in fear following the activities of the Ambazonian separatist soldiers from Cameroon.

The arrested commander whose name was given as General Basile, was alleged to have been making life unbearable for persons living in border communities of the State.

According to the Police Commissioner, the suspect has concubines in Nigeria and Cameroon, stating believed his arrest will bring relief to citizens of both countries.