Troops Neutralise Two Terrorists, Recover Four AK-47 Rifles, Eight Motorcycles in Sokoto
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two terrorists and recovered four AK-47 rifles, eight motorcycles and other items during sustained clearance operations in Sokoto State.
The operations were conducted on October 15, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and restore peace and security across the region.
During the operations, troops of Sector 2 made contact with terrorists at Waria Forest and engaged them in a firefight, neutralising one terrorist and recovering two AK-47 rifles, two motorcycles and other items.
In a subsequent encounter at Sarma Village, the troops engaged another group of terrorists, neutralising one of them and forcing the others to flee, abandoning their equipment.
In a statement, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force (North West), Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, said further exploitation of the area led to the recovery of six additional motorcycles, two AK-47 rifles, four magazines, 23 rounds of ammunition, one communication device and other sundry items.
The statement noted that the successes underscored the sustained commitment of troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to dismantling terrorist networks and restoring lasting peace and security across the Joint Operations Area.
The Theatre Command appreciated the continued support and cooperation of members of the public, urging residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest security outpost.
