Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised no fewer than five suspected terrorists and recovered five AK-47 rifles during coordinated operations across Sokoto and Zamfara states.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Thursday by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA.
According to the statement, the troops conducted a series of intelligence-led offensives targeting terrorist enclaves in Sokoto, Zamfara and Kebbi states, aimed at safeguarding communities and degrading criminal elements.
In Sokoto State, troops of the COAS Intervention Battalion VII engaged terrorists in two separate encounters on March 25, 2026, at Magonho Forest, where three bandits were neutralised. The operation also led to the recovery of three AK-47 rifles and motorcycles.
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Similarly, in Zamfara State, troops successfully executed an ambush along the Gada Maya–Makakari Village road, killing two terrorists and forcing others to flee. Recovered items included one AK-47 rifle, three magazines, 55 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, a Baofeng radio, two mobile phones and a motorcycle.
Osoba further revealed that terrorists attempted a reprisal attack on Kaida Village the same day, accusing residents of collaborating with security forces.
Troops, however, responded swiftly, neutralising an additional assailant and recovering another AK-47 rifle.
He added that troops, acting on credible intelligence, carried out a clearance operation in Dutsi Village, Moriki District of Zurmi Local Government Area, compelling terrorists to abandon one AK-47 rifle, a magazine and 26 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition while fleeing under sustained military pressure.
In Kebbi State, troops responded to intelligence on the presence of the Lakurawa Terrorist Group in Giron Masa community, Shanga Local Government Area. En route, they encountered an ambush approximately 500 metres from the village.
Despite the attack, reinforcements and combat enablers were deployed, while ongoing intelligence-driven operations are tracking the fleeing terrorists.
The Army spokesperson reaffirmed that troops of the 8 Division/Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA remain committed to dominating the operational environment, dismantling terrorist networks and ensuring the safety of law-abiding citizens.
He added that the troops’ high morale underscores their professionalism, courage and unwavering dedication to national service.
