Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded fresh operational successes in the North-West, rescuing kidnapped victims, foiling an abduction attempt and arresting suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in separate operations across Zamfara, Katsina and Kebbi states.
The military disclosed that the operations, conducted on July 19 and 20, formed part of ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist networks and enhance security across the region.
In Zamfara State, troops on Sunday responded to a distress call from residents of Shiyan Abiyola community in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area following an attempted abduction by suspected terrorists.
According to the military, the swift intervention of the troops forced the attackers to abandon the operation and flee the area, leading to the successful rescue of several residents.
“The prompt intervention of the troops forced the terrorists to abandon the operation and flee, leading to the successful rescue of several residents,” the statement said.
Following the operation, troops reportedly conducted domination patrols in the area to prevent further attacks and reassure residents.
In a separate operation in Katsina State, troops on patrol in Faskari Local Government Area rescued three kidnapped victims who escaped from a terrorist hideout.
The victims were said to have taken advantage of a heavy downpour to flee while their captors were asleep.
Military authorities said preliminary findings showed that the victims had been abducted on July 14 while working on their farms in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
The rescued victims were subsequently handed over to the appropriate authorities for reunification with their families.
Meanwhile, troops operating in Kebbi State intercepted a vehicle conveying 10 motorcycles suspected to be intended for terrorist elements during a routine stop-and-search operation.
The military said further investigations led to the arrest of four additional suspects believed to have been sent to receive the motorcycles on behalf of a known terrorist collaborator.
“Preliminary investigations led to the arrest of four additional suspects believed to have been sent to receive the motorcycles on behalf of a known terrorist collaborator,” the statement added.
The suspects and the recovered motorcycles are currently in custody as investigations continue.
Commending the troops for their vigilance and professionalism, the Theatre Command said the operations underscore ongoing efforts to deny terrorists freedom of movement and disrupt their logistics networks.
“The Theatre Command commends the troops for their vigilance, professionalism and swift response in denying terrorists freedom of action,” the military stated.
It also urged residents to remain vigilant and continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies, noting that public cooperation remains critical to ongoing operations aimed at degrading terrorist and criminal networks across the North-West.
