Troops eliminate terrorists, rescue three kidnapped victims in Zamfara

Nigeria military of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised two terrorists, rescued three kidnapped victims and recovered arms and other items during separate operations in Zurmi and Shinkafi Local Government Areas of Zamfara State.

This was made known in a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division Nigerian Army / Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA, on Saturday.

The military disclosed that the operations were carried out on June 12 as part of ongoing efforts to combat banditry and terrorism in the state.

According to the military, troops on a fighting patrol covering Birnin Saba, Yanbuki and Sabon Garin Daudawa in Zurmi LGA engaged a group of terrorists in Yanbuki District. During the exchange of fire, one terrorist was killed.

Items recovered from the scene included rifles, four magazines loaded with ammunition, two motorcycles, seven mobile phones, two MP3 players, a woodland camouflage trouser and an inner vest.

The troops later advanced to Sabon Garin Daudawa, where the terrorists reportedly abandoned their camp and fled before the soldiers arrived. The camp was subsequently cleared and destroyed.

In a separate operation along the Shinkafi-Moriki axis, troops ambushed suspected terrorists, killing one of them. Recovered items included an AK-47 rifle, five magazines, a Baofeng communication radio, two motorcycles and assorted charms.

The military also confirmed the rescue of three kidnapped victims during the operations. The victims are receiving care while efforts are being made to reunite them with their families.

The military reiterated its commitment to restoring peace and security in Zamfara State and the wider North-West region, urging members of the public to continue providing credible information to security agencies.