Troops of the Joint Task Force–Operation Enduring Peace (JTF-OPEP) have neutralised three suspected terrorists during a security operation in Karem community, Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.
The development was confirmed in a statement on Friday by the operation’s spokesperson, Polycarp Oteh, who said the success followed credible intelligence on terrorist movement within the area.
“The momentum of this success in Karem community in Wase LGA where high-alert troops successfully disrupted a large-scale movement of terrorists traveling via motorcycles.
“Upon being engaged by troops, the insurgents fled under the pressure of sustained combat.
“In the engagement, three terrorists were successfully neutralised.
“This surge in operational efficiency follows the strategic deployment of a battalion plus specialised counter-terrorism troops, an initiative ordered by the Chief of Army Staff,” he said.
Oteh also disclosed that troops arrested two suspects on Thursday in connection with unrest in Dutse Uku community of Jos North Local Government Area.
According to him, the suspects were allegedly impersonating security operatives and were dressed in tactical uniforms while participating in violent activities.
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“These impostors, dressed in tactical black uniforms, were caught actively participating in the arson of residential properties and the orchestration of violence within the community.
“Those arrested are currently in custody while two persons who sustained gunshot wounds are currently in a medical facility and are in a stable condition.
“This pivotal arrest serves as a direct rebuttal to recent allegations suggesting military complicity in the Jos North unrest.
“It has effectively proven that the atrocities previously attributed to official personnel are being committed by criminal elements using deceptive attire to sow discord and defame the Armed Forces,” he said.
The military noted that operations are still ongoing as efforts continue to restore peace and apprehend other fleeing suspects in the region.