Troops Rescue Abducted District Head, Recover Arms in Katsina, Zamfara Operations
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have repelled multiple terrorist attacks, rescued an abducted district head, and recovered arms and other combat equipment during coordinated operations across Katsina and Zamfara states.
Military authorities said the operations, conducted on July 2, underscore the sustained offensive against terrorist groups operating across the North-West.
In Katsina State, troops of Sector 2, while on a fighting patrol, engaged terrorists between Amara and Chakau Junction in Danmusa Local Government Area after the fleeing criminals opened fire on the advancing soldiers.
The troops responded with overwhelming firepower, forcing the terrorists to abandon their operation and flee. A subsequent search of the area led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with eight rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, and two motorcycles believed to have been used by the terrorists.
In a separate operation on the outskirts of Sabon Garin and Dantakeri villages in Dutsinma Local Government Area, troops, working in collaboration with other security agencies and local vigilantes, responded swiftly to a terrorist attack and engaged the assailants in a fierce gun battle.
Military sources said one terrorist was neutralised during the encounter, while several others escaped with varying degrees of gunshot wounds.
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Also in Katsina, troops of Sector 2, in conjunction with other security agencies, acted on credible intelligence that terrorists had invaded Farin Hawa Village in Malumfashi Local Government Area and abducted the District Head, Alhaji Mubarak Sharin.
The troops immediately launched a pursuit, intercepted the fleeing kidnappers, and engaged them in a gunfight. One of the abductors was neutralised, forcing the remaining terrorists to abandon the traditional ruler and flee.
The district head was rescued unharmed and safely reunited with his family.
Meanwhile, in Zamfara State, troops of Sector 2 successfully repelled a terrorist attack on their position at Dauran in Bukkuyum Local Government Area.
According to military sources, reinforcement troops were deployed to the area, compelling the attackers to retreat in disarray. Troops subsequently exploited the area, recovering one AK-47 rifle, four magazines, 35 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, a bandolier, and a hydration pack (CamelBak).
The military commended the courage, professionalism, and resilience demonstrated by the troops, as well as the support provided by other security agencies and local vigilante groups throughout the operations.
It reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining offensive operations against terrorist groups while strengthening collaboration with local communities to enhance security and protect lives and property across the North-West.This version follows a professional news style with improved structure, tighter language, and consistent terminology suitable for publication.
By PRNigeria
