Troops of the 8 Division Garrison Strike Force operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 2 have recorded major gains against terrorists in Zamfara State, neutralising six fighters and rescuing a kidnapped underage victim.
In a press release issued on Friday, the military said the operation took place in the Sububu Forests of Maradun Local Government Area as part of efforts to dismantle terrorist enclaves and restore peace.
The statement said the offensive began at Indulumu village where troops engaged terrorists in a firefight.
“The operation, aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves and restoring peace to the State, has resulted in the neutralization of 6 terrorists, the recovery of arms and ammunition, the destruction of terrorist infrastructure, and the successful rescue of a kidnapped underage victim,” the press release said.
According to the statement, troops “confronted and neutralized 2 terrorists” during the initial engagement and recovered “one AK 47 rifle”.
The strike force later advanced to Ruduno village where further resistance was encountered.
“In a display of exceptional bravery and tactical prowess, the troops neutralized an additional 4 terrorists,” the release said.
It added that troops recovered “another AK 47 rifle, a magazine loaded with 28 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition” and destroyed “2 motorcycles, instrumental in the terrorists’ mobility and logistics operations”.
The military said the operation also led to the rescue of a kidnapped underage girl.
“As troops exploited deeper into the forest, they successfully rescued a kidnapped underage victim, identified as Halira Ibrahim bringing an end to her ordeal and offering a beacon of hope to the affected community,” the statement said.
The offensive further extended to the destruction of terrorist camps across several locations.
“The offensive continued with the destruction of multiple terrorist camps and life support structures in Magaji, Galakaje, Filinga, and Kukatara,” the release said, noting that the actions had “significantly disrupted the terrorists’ ability to sustain their operations”.
The statement was signed by Captain David Adewusi, Media Information Officer, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, and dated 24 Jan 2026.
Faridah Abdulkadiri
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