Troops of the 3 Division and Joint Task Force Operation Enduring Peace (JTF OPEP) have thwarted a planned attack by armed bandits in Plateau state.
The soldiers also killed a notorious terrorist kingpin,
recovering weapons in the process.
Acting on “credible intelligence” in the early hours of
December 25, the troops launched an operation in Gwande community, Monguna
District, Bokkos LGA.
In a statement, Samson Zhakom, information officer of the
operation, said the bandits, who were reportedly preparing to attack a
neighbouring community, were intercepted and engaged.
He said troops recovered a fabricated revolver rifle, a
fabricated pistol, nine rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, and six cartridges from
the scene.
“In the early hours of 25 December 2025, troops, acting on
credible intelligence, conducted a decisive operation at Gwande Community,
Monguna District, Bokkos Local Government Area of Plateau State,” the statement
reads.
“During the operation, troops made contact with a group of
armed bandits who were mobilising to launch an attack on a nearby community.
The troops swiftly engaged the criminals, forcing them to flee in disarray.
“In the subsequent exchange of gunfire, one bandit was
neutralised, while others escaped with possible gunshot wounds.”
Zhakom said preliminary investigations confirmed that the
slain bandit was a member of a feared syndicate terrorising Gwande and
surrounding areas.
Following the encounter, the troops have intensified efforts
to track down fleeing members of the gang.
The army reassured residents of Plateau state of commitment
to ensuring peace and security, urging the public to continue sharing timely
and credible intelligence.
The military also issued a warning to criminal elements
operating in the area to cease illegal activities or face decisive action.
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