The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) Thursday said troops of the Mobile Strike Team (MST) deployed to Operation Fansan Yamma (OPFY) have killed six notorious terrorist kingpins and 10 other fighters during coordinated operations in different locations in Zamfara State.
The military high command also unveiled the identities of the terrorist kingpins, which include Auta, Abdul Jamilu, Salisu, Babayé, and two unidentified others.
The Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye, in a statement also revealed that Sale Ado Madele (alias Sarki), the eldest son of known bandit leader Ado Alieru, was also reportedly killed during the operation.
According to him, “Troops of the Mobile Strike Team (MST) under Operation Fansan Yamma (OPFY) successfully killed a group of terrorists during a decisive offensive operation around Kunchin Kalgo town in Tsafe Local Government Area of ZamfaraState on 10 June 2025.
“Among those killed was a notorious terrorist known as Auta, alongside his associates Abdul Jamilu and Salisu. These terrorists were linked to multiple acts of violence and terrorism within the general area. The operation marks a significant blow to criminal elements, destabilizing peace and security in the area.
“Preliminary intelligence indicates two additional terrorist kingpins, including one identified as Babayé, were eliminated during the operation. In a separate incident, Sale Ado Madele (alias Sarki), the eldest son of known bandit leader Ado Alieru, was also reportedly killed.
“In a related development, the troops also killed an additional ten terrorists who congregated near a filling station in Danjibga.”
General Kangye said the terrorists were believed to be part of a syndicate brought together by Dogo Sule for a planned attack.
Stressing that the Nigerian Armed Forces remain committed to safeguarding lives and restoring lasting peace across Zamfara State and the wider North-West region, General Kangye said the recent operations underscore the Armed Forces’ resolve to dismantle terrorist networks and bring perpetrators of violence to justice.
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