Troops of the Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded another major breakthrough in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations in Zamfara State, neutralising three terrorists and recovering a cache of arms and ammunition during a fighting patrol.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Media Information Officer of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the operation was carried out in the early hours of May 7, 2026, across Kaura Namoda and Birnin Magaji Local Government Areas of the state.
The statement disclosed that troops of Sector 2 embarked on the patrol as part of sustained efforts to deny terrorists freedom of movement and dismantle criminal hideouts within the North West region.
During the operation, the troops reportedly encountered armed terrorists at Doumbourum Village, leading to a fierce gun battle.
“The gallant troops overwhelmed the terrorists with superior firepower, forcing the criminals to flee in disarray after suffering significant casualties,” the statement said.
The military said three terrorists were neutralised during the encounter, while troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one machine gun, one locally fabricated handgun, seven rifle magazines and 571 rounds of ammunition.
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It added that no casualty was recorded among the troops involved in the operation.
The Joint Task Force described the latest success as a reflection of the commitment, resilience and professionalism of troops engaged in the fight against terrorism and other forms of criminality in the North West.
The military also appealed to residents to continue supporting security agencies with timely and credible intelligence to enhance ongoing operations aimed at restoring peace and security in Zamfara and neighbouring states.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA has intensified offensives against terrorists and bandit groups operating across the North West in recent months as security forces continue efforts to curb attacks on communities and restore stability in the region.
