by Christiana Gokyo, Jos
Following credible intelligence on plans by bandits to attack communities at Nteng, in Qua’an Pan Local Government Area of Plateau State, troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN have reportedly laid ambush against the criminals, and made contact with them, while approaching Nteng Community.
During the encounter, accompanied by exchange of gunfire on Wednesday, 16 July 2025, troops neutralised 2 bandits, while others fled with possible gunshot wounds, as indicated by the blood stains along their withdrawal routes.
A statement was signed and issued to Newsmen in Jos by the troops’ Media Information Officer, Major SAMSON NANTIP ZHAKOM.
“While upon exploitation of the area, troops recovered dangerous weapons and ammunition and are in the custody of troops for further action. Meanwhile, troops are on the trail of the fleeing criminals for interception.
“This latest operational success remains a testament to troops’ unrelenting fight against armed militias and other criminal elements within Operation SAFE HAVEN Joint Operations Area.
“The success will be sustained through intense fighting spirit of troops, and collaborative efforts of the public in providing actionable information to aid our operations.”