Troops of the Nigerian Army have eliminated a significant number of terrorists in a recent operation in Zamfara State.
According to Lt. Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, spokesperson for the Joint Task Force, the operation was carried out on Sunday, December 1, 2024, as part of Operation Fansan Yamma’s efforts to combat terrorism in the region.
The operation was launched following a distress call from residents and local vigilantes in Yar Galadima village, Maru Local Government Area. Around 5 a.m., troops stationed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Hanutara were alerted to an ongoing terrorist attack in the village.
The troops promptly mobilized to the scene, encountering terrorists at two ambush points. The ambush sites were cleared, resulting in the neutralization of multiple assailants, though some managed to flee.
The Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma provided critical support, conducting air strikes that effectively targeted the retreating terrorists, inflicting substantial losses.
The Joint Task Force reiterated its commitment to eliminating terrorist threats in Zamfara and the broader North West and Niger State regions. This operation underscores its resolve to safeguard lives, restore peace, and ensure stability in the affected areas.
