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Jos: Military says troops‑police encounter mischaracterised
Updated 13:30 WAT, · first published 26 Oct 2026, 13:33 WAT · 2 outlets reporting
Developing: The army in Jos says the recent encounter between troops and police was not a clash but a mis‑understood interaction. A military media officer, Capt. Polycarp Oteh, said some personnel failed to cooperate despite de‑escalation attempts. He stressed that operational discipline was maintained throughout the incident.
What we know
- Capt. Polycarp Oteh, the army media officer, issued the statement in Jos
- The event involved troops and police personnel in Plateau State
- The army described the incident as mis‑characterised rather than a clash
Why it matters: Clarifies security dynamics in Plateau, easing public concern over inter‑agency conflict.
Sources
- Report by Vanguard – Vanguard,
- Report by The Eagle Online – The Eagle Online,
Updates
- – Story published – 2 outlets
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