Odimmegwa Johnpeter/Abuja
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have sustained their offensive operations across the region, rescuing a kidnapped victim in Kaduna State and foiling a terrorist attack in Sokoto State.
On 20 August 2026, troops of Sector 1 responded to a distress call following the abduction of a 43-year-old man around Awon Community in Kachia Local Government Area of Kaduna State. The troops swiftly moved into the area and pursued the terrorists into surrounding bushes, forcing them to abandon their captive and flee. The victim was subsequently reunited with his family.
A day later, on 21 August, troops of Sector 2, working with local security elements, responded to a terrorist attack on Kwaren Gamba Village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The troops engaged the attackers and forced them to withdraw in disarray.
During the subsequent pursuit, one terrorist was neutralized, while troops recovered two mobile phones, cash, an ATM card, recharge cards and other items.
The operations underscore the sustained pressure being mounted by Operation FANSAN YAMMA against terrorists and criminal elements across the North-West, while highlighting the importance of rapid response and timely intelligence in protecting vulnerable communities.
In a press release, the Media Information Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, said the Joint Task Force remains resolute in sustaining operations to deny terrorists freedom of action and create a safer environment across the Joint Operations Area.
The Theatre Command reassured the public that troops would continue to respond decisively to emerging threats and urged citizens to remain vigilant and provide timely, credible information to security forces in support of efforts to restore lasting peace and security.
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