Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have conducted successful operations in Sokoto and Zamfara states, yielding significant results in the fight against terrorism and kidnapping. On September 26, 2026, the military carried out two separate operations, killing a suspected terrorist and rescuing six abducted individuals. The operations also led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and a foreign military uniform.
According to Lt Col Aliyu Danja, media information officer of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, the first operation was launched in response to intelligence about a suspected terrorist camp in Gudu local government area of Sokoto state. Troops encountered and killed a suspected terrorist during the operation. The recovered items included an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, a foreign military uniform, tools, and clothing.
In a separate operation in Zamfara state, troops responded to reports of armed men attempting to abduct members of the Sarkin Samari’s family in Tsafe local government area. The military confronted the attackers, forcing them to retreat into nearby bushes. This swift response enabled troops to rescue six people who had been abducted and take them to a safe location.
The operations were carried out by Sector 2 of Operation Fansan Yamma. The military actions demonstrate the ongoing efforts of the Joint Task Force North West to tackle terrorism, kidnapping, and other criminal activities across the north-west region.
The Joint Task Force has urged residents to provide security agencies with credible and timely information about the activities and movements of suspected terrorists and other armed groups in their communities. This appeal is part of a broader strategy to enhance community engagement and cooperation in the fight against insecurity.
The rescued individuals are currently being held in a safe location, with plans for their reunification with their families. The military has not disclosed the identities of the rescued individuals or the suspected terrorist killed during the operations.
The successful operations in Sokoto and Zamfara states highlight the military's commitment to addressing security challenges in the region. The recovery of an AK-47 rifle and other military equipment also underscores the sophistication of the terrorist groups operating in the area.
Key points
- Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma rescued six abducted individuals and killed a suspected terrorist in separate operations in Sokoto and Zamfara states.
- The operations led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, and a foreign military uniform.
- The Joint Task Force North West urged residents to provide security agencies with credible and timely information about suspected terrorists and armed groups.
