Troops of 3 Division Nigerian Army/Operation Safe Haven (OPSH) on Thursday announced direct engagement of bandits and the recovery of weapon and ammunition and rescue of a minor along Kampani – Kombodoro road in Wase Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State.
According to a statement by OPSH Spokesperson, Major Samson Nantip Zhakom, “based on credible intelligence having sighted bandits mounted on motorcycles and armed with AK-47 rifles along Kampani – Kombodoro road in Wase Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State, troops laid ambush along bandits routes close to Jeb Community. Consequently, in the early hours of 24 July 2025, troops made contact with the bandits and engaged them with heavy volume of fire forcing the bandits to flee.
“Troops exploited the general area and recovered one AK-47 rifle, 2 AK-47 magazines and 5 rounds of 7.62 mm (Special) ammunition abandoned by the criminals. The recovered weapon and ammunition are in custody for further action. Meanwhile, troops are currently on the trail of the fleeing bandits.
“Additionally, on 22 July 2025, troops rescued a 12-year-old boy during raid operations carried out on criminals’ hideouts in Riyom general area. Thorough investigation revealed that the boy was sold out 3 years ago by his uncle who is currently at large.
“However, the boy has been handed over to the Councilor representing Zamko Ward of Langtang North LGA in Plateau State, who is expected to reunite the minor with his immediate family.
“Troops of 3 Division/Operation SAFE HAVEN have continued to make exploits and remain decisive in the fight against criminal elements whose activities must be tracked and terminated in the interest of national security.”