By Chimezie Godfrey
Troops of Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have intensified offensive operations against terrorist enclaves across Sokoto State, Zamfara State and Kebbi State, recording significant successes.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Olaniyi Osoba.
According to the statement, the operations are aimed at protecting communities and degrading terrorist capabilities across the North-West.
“In Sokoto State… troops made contact with terrorists at Magonho Forest where three bandits were neutralised and weapons recovered,” the statement said.
It added that troops recovered three AK-47 rifles and motorcycles during the encounter.
In Zamfara State, troops reportedly carried out a successful ambush along the Gada Maya–Makakari road, neutralising two terrorists and recovering arms and communication equipment.
“The operation led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, three magazines, 55 rounds of ammunition, one radio set, mobile phones, and a motorcycle,” it added.
The statement further disclosed that troops repelled a retaliatory attack on Kaida village, neutralising another assailant and recovering additional weapons.
In a separate operation in Zurmi Local Government Area, troops forced fleeing terrorists to abandon arms and ammunition during a clearance mission.
In Kebbi State, troops responding to intelligence on terrorist presence encountered an ambush but held their ground, with reinforcements deployed to pursue the attackers.
The military reiterated its commitment to sustaining pressure on terrorist groups.
“Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA remains resolute in its mission to dominate the operational space, degrade terrorist capabilities and protect law-abiding citizens,” the statement noted.