Troops killed three suspected bandits in Plateau

Troops of the Joint Task Force-Operation Enduring Peace (JTF-OPEP) have killed three suspected terrorists in Karem community in Wase Local Government Area of ​​Plateau State.

This was revealed by OPEP Media Officer, Captain Polycarp Oteh, in his statement on Friday in Jos.

Oteh said the operation was carried out following intelligence reports regarding the movement of several suspected terrorists along the area.

“The momentum of success for the Karem community in Wase LGA where high alert troops succeeded in thwarting a large-scale movement of terrorists traveling on motorbikes.

“After being attacked by troops, the rebels fled under the pressure of continued fighting.

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“In this battle, three terrorists were successfully neutralized.

“This surge in operational efficiency follows the strategic deployment of one battalion plus special anti-terrorism troops, an initiative ordered by the Army Chief of Staff,” he said.

Oteh also revealed that troops on Thursday arrested two suspects in connection with a security breach at Dutse Uku community in Jos North LGA.

He said the suspects, who were wearing uniforms, were disguised as security officers.

“These fraudsters, wearing black tactical uniforms, were caught actively participating in the burning of residential properties and orchestrating violence in the community.

“Those who were arrested are currently in custody, while the two people who suffered gunshot wounds are currently in a medical facility and are in stable condition.

“This important arrest is a direct rebuttal to recent allegations indicating military involvement in the unrest in Jos North.

“This effectively proves that the atrocities previously attributed to official personnel were committed by criminal elements using deceptive outfits to sow discord and defame the Armed Forces,” the spokesperson added.