The Nigerian military has denied allegations of complicity in the Jos North terror attack.
Papers News understands that claims were made by a local youth leader that the Nigerian Army provided cover for the perpetrators of the Palm Sunday attack.
However, speaking via a statement, the Joint Task Force (JTF) described the claims as false and misleading.
The Operation Enduring Peace maintained that the claims were unfounded and did not reflect the actual sequence of events.
JTF Media Information Officer, Chinonso Oteh, explained that troops responded promptly and acted professionally to protect civilians.
JTF stated that it was compelled to respond despite the prevailing atmosphere of grief, in order to set the record straight and reassure the public.
Oteh clarified that the troops responded swiftly after receiving a distress call, mobilising to the scene even though the location was some distance from their base.
He noted that by the time troops arrived, the attackers had fled, but personnel acted professionally to prevent further escalation and immediately pursued the assailants.
According to him, four gun trucks were deployed during the response, with operations conducted in line with established military standards, as corroborated by eyewitness accounts and other security agencies.
The military added that a thorough investigation into the allegations found them to be baseless.
It warned that such claims could undermine troop morale and strain relations between security forces and host communities, urging the public to disregard the narrative and rely on verified information.
The JTF also assured that efforts are ongoing, in collaboration with other security agencies, to identify and apprehend those responsible for the attack.
It reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and maintaining peace across Plateau State.
