Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have killed several terrorists and recovered weapons and ammunition during separate operations in Zamfara and Kaduna states.
The military disclosed the development on Wednesday through the Military Information Officer for Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja.
According to Danja, troops from Sector 2 acted on credible intelligence about the movement of terrorists from the Fakai General Area towards Kwanar Jolof and Tashar Dole in Shinkafi and Zurmi Local Government Areas of Zamfara State.
The troops reportedly ambushed the terrorists at Kwanar Jolof and engaged them in a firefight.
Danja said several terrorists were neutralised during the encounter, while others fled the area in disarray.
Troops recover weapons in Zamfara
Following the operation, the troops conducted an exploitation of the area and recovered several items linked to the terrorists.
The recovered items included one rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) launcher, one RPG bomb, six AK-47 magazines, 106 rounds of ammunition and a motorcycle.
The military said the operation was part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist activities and restrict their movement within the Joint Operations Area.
793 rounds of ammunition intercepted in Kaduna
In a separate operation in Kaduna State, troops from Sector 1 intercepted a vehicle at a snap checkpoint along the Saulawa-Zaria Road.
The incident also occurred on Wednesday.
Also Read: Uber Exits Nigeria After 12 Years, Ends Ride-Hailing Operations
According to Danja, one of the passengers resisted a search of his bag and attempted to escape after troops ordered him to open it.
“Troops subsequently pursued and neutralised the suspect,” Danja said.
A subsequent search of the bag reportedly uncovered 793 rounds of ammunition concealed inside gari.
The military said the vehicle and its driver were taken into custody for further investigation.
Military vows to sustain offensive operations
Danja said the operations form part of sustained military efforts to dismantle terrorist networks, disrupt the movement of arms and ammunition, and deny terrorists freedom of action across the Joint Operations Area.
He assured that troops of Operation Fansan Yamma remained committed to the fight against terrorism and efforts to restore lasting peace in affected communities.
