Troops of Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North West Operation, Fansan Yamma have killed over twenty-five terrorists and rescued seven kidnapped victims.
According to a statement by the Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Centre, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi, this feat follows successful dismantling of terrorists hideouts in the Fakai area of Shinkafi Local Government of Zamfara State, on 10th January 2025.
The troops in an offensive operation supported by the Air Component Operation, Fansan Yamma cleared some terrorists’ camps in the Fakai axis.
It added that Some of the camps cleared include that of Bello Turji and Mallam Ila, where troops neutralized over 25 terrorists with more than 18 others sustaining gunshot wounds, thus delivering a setback to the terrorists network.
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The statement,however, said 7 kidnapped victims were able to escape from the terrorists’ camps amid the operation.
It assured that Operation Fansan Yamma will continue to pursue and neutralise all terrorist elements within its joint operation area.
The statement,therefore, warned all terrorists kingpins and their associates to surrender and renounce violence unconditionally, as the troops remain committed to eradicating these threats.
The troops assured the public of their dedication to restoring peace and security in the affected communities.
(Editor: Nkoli Omhoudu)
