Troops Repel Terrorist Attacks, Kill Scores in Zamfara, Recover Firearms
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have repelled successive terrorist attacks on communities in Zamfara State and neutralised a suspected terrorist during separate operations in Kaduna State.
The operations, conducted on November 14, 2026, also led to the recovery of two fabricated rifles, two motorcycles, suspected illicit drugs and other items as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and deny armed groups freedom of movement across the North-West.
In Zamfara State, troops of Sector 2 swiftly responded to coordinated attacks by motorcycle-riding terrorists on Wuya and Yarzabia communities in Anka Local Government Area.
The troops engaged the attackers with superior firepower, forcing them to retreat. However, the terrorists regrouped and launched a second wave of attacks but were again repelled by the soldiers, who successfully maintained their defensive positions.
Reinforcements subsequently arrived and extended operations to neighbouring communities, while troops intensified patrols to prevent further incursions and reassure residents.
In a related development, the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA deployed a combat aircraft to support ground troops during the attacks.
According to the operational account, the aircraft identified a group of terrorists attempting to move a large herd of suspected rustled cattle away from the affected communities. The group was subsequently engaged in multiple airstrikes, reportedly neutralising scores of terrorists.
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Similarly, in Kaduna State, troops of Sector 1, acting on credible intelligence about suspected terrorist activities around farmlands in Aguba Village, Kajuru Local Government Area, conducted a fighting patrol to the area.
The troops encountered the armed elements and engaged them in a firefight, neutralising one suspect, while others fled.
A subsequent search of the area led to the recovery of two fabricated rifles, a mobile phone, substances suspected to be cannabis and other illicit drugs, as well as recharge cards.
In a separate operation along the Buruku–Kaduna Road, troops acting on intelligence about terrorist movements encountered armed elements and engaged them in a gun battle.
The terrorists reportedly fled into a nearby forest under pressure from the troops, abandoning two motorcycles, which were recovered.
The military said troops had continued pursuit and exploitation operations to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent them from regrouping.
The operations, according to the Theatre Command, underscore Operation FANSAN YAMMA’s commitment to sustaining pressure on terrorist groups, protecting vulnerable communities and creating a secure environment for farming and other socioeconomic activities across the North-West.
The Theatre Command commended the troops for their resilience and fighting spirit, urging them to sustain the operational momentum.
It also called on residents to continue providing timely and credible intelligence to security agencies to support ongoing efforts to restore lasting peace and security across the region.
By PRNigeria
