Troops Reject N13 Million Bribe from Suspected Terrorists in Plateau State

Strategic Insights -

Soldiers on a mission to combat terrorism in Plateau State have made a remarkable display of integrity, rejecting a substantial bribe offer from two suspected terrorists. The incident occurred during a military operation in July 2025, when troops from 'Operation Safe Haven' encountered the individuals, who attempted to induce them with N13 million. The troops, however, refused the offer and arrested the suspects, who are currently in custody for further investigation.

Key Takeaways:

  • Troops of 'Operation Safe Haven' rejected a N13 million bribe offer from two suspected terrorists during an operation in Plateau State.
  • The troops intercepted the terrorists in bullet holes along Jos road in Sanga local government and declined their offer of monetary gratification.
  • The arrested suspects are currently in custody for further investigation.
  • Within the period of July 9-16, 2025, Operation SAFE HAVEN conducted operations in Bassa, Barkin Ladi, and other local government areas, resulting in the killing of extremists, arrest of 12 individuals, rescue of 3 kidnapped victims, and recovery of arms, ammunition, and vehicles.
  • Additionally, troops arrested 7 militias/criminals across various locations in Plateau and Kaduna States, recovering weapons, ammunition, motorcycles, and illicit drugs.
  • The recovered items from the suspects are currently in troops' custody.

Statistics:

  • N13,742,000.00: the amount of money rejected by the troops from the suspected terrorists.
  • 12: the number of suspects arrested by troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN during the operations.
  • 3: the number of kidnapped victims rescued by the troops.
  • 7: the number of militias/criminals arrested across various locations in Plateau and Kaduna States.
  • 9-16 July 2025: the operational period during which the operations were conducted.

Sources:

  • Information from Maj-Gen Markus Kangye, Director of Defence Media Operations, regarding the operation and rejection of the bribe offer.
  • Press briefing by Maj-Gen Markus Kangye on military operations across the country.
  • Details from the operational report of troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN.