The Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma (OPFY), has confirmed that its troops conducted successful operations in Sokoto and Zamfara states on Saturday. Lt Col Aliyu Danja, the Media Information Officer of JTF North West, disclosed that the operations resulted in the killing of a suspected terrorist and the rescue of six kidnap victims. The operations were carried out based on credible intelligence about the presence of a suspected terrorist camp and an attempted abduction.
According to Danja, troops of Sector 2 acted on intelligence about a suspected terrorist camp in Gudu Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The troops engaged an isolated terrorist, who was killed during the encounter. The operation led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, a foreign military uniform, as well as various tools and clothing. The recovered items suggest that the terrorist was part of a larger group.
In Zamfara State, troops of the same sector responded to information about an attempted abduction of members of the Sarkin Samari’s family in Tsafe Local Government Area. The troops arrived at the scene and engaged the terrorists, forcing them to withdraw towards nearby bushes. The quick response by the troops prevented the abduction from being successful.
The operation in Zamfara State resulted in the rescue of six kidnap victims, who were taken to a safe location pending their reunification with their families. The rescue is a significant success for the troops, who have been working to curb the activities of terrorists in the region. The victims are currently receiving care and support.
Danja urged members of the public to continue providing security agencies with credible and timely information on the activities of terrorists and other criminal elements in their communities. He emphasized the importance of community support in the fight against terrorism. The public's role in providing information is crucial to the success of the operations.
The Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, has been conducting operations to curb the activities of terrorists and bandits in the region. The operations have led to several successes, including the killing of terrorists and the rescue of kidnap victims. The troops remain committed to ensuring the safety and security of the region.
The latest operations demonstrate the commitment of the Nigerian military to tackling the security challenges in the country. The military has been working to address the root causes of terrorism and banditry, while also providing support to victims of these crimes. The rescue of the six kidnap victims is a testament to the military's efforts.
Key points
- Nigerian troops killed a suspected terrorist and rescued six kidnap victims 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 public's support and provision of credible information are crucial to the success of the operations.
