Operation FANSAN YAMMA Rescues Kidnap Victims, Foils Abduction, Arrests Terrorist Logistics Suppliers
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have sustained pressure on terrorist groups across the North-West, recording significant operational successes through the rescue of kidnapped victims, the disruption of a planned abduction, and the arrest of suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in separate operations conducted in Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi states.
According to a statement issued by the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the operations were carried out on 19 and 20 July 2026.
The statement said that on 20 July 2026, troops responded swiftly to a distress call from residents of Shiyan Abiyola in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, where terrorists had attempted to abduct civilians from a residence.
The prompt intervention of the troops forced the terrorists to abandon the operation and flee, leading to the successful rescue of several residents. Troops subsequently dominated the general area to prevent any further attack.
Earlier, on 19 July 2026, troops on patrol in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State rescued three kidnapped victims who had escaped from a terrorist hideout after taking advantage of a heavy downpour while their captors slept.
The victims had been abducted on 14 July 2026 while working on their farms in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. They were later handed over to the appropriate authorities for reunification with their families.
In another operation on the same day, troops intercepted a vehicle conveying 10 motorcycles suspected to be destined for terrorist elements during a routine stop-and-search operation in Kebbi State.
Preliminary investigations led to the arrest of four additional suspects believed to have been sent to receive the motorcycles on behalf of a known terrorist collaborator.
The suspects and the recovered motorcycles remain in custody pending further investigation and necessary action.
The Theatre Command commended the troops for their vigilance, professionalism and swift response in denying terrorists freedom of action.
It also appreciated members of the public for their continued support and timely provision of credible intelligence, urging citizens to remain vigilant and continue cooperating with security agencies as ongoing operations continue to degrade terrorist and criminal networks across the North-West.
