Troops Neutralise Terrorists, Intercept 180 Explosives in Zamfara
Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, on Friday, neutralized two terrorists, and intercepted 180 explosive materials being conveyed to terrorist elements in Zamfara State.
The operation was conducted on Friday in Birnin Magaji Local Government Area of the state.
“On 14 August 2026, troops of Sector 2 conducting an offensive clearance operation in Birnin Magaji Local Government Area made contact with terrorists around Garin Kaso and engaged them in a fierce firefight.
“Two terrorists were confirmed neutralized during the initial encounter, while troops recovered 2 rifles, 2 magazines, 9 rounds of ammunition and 2 motorcycles.
“As the operation progressed, another group of terrorists attempted to ambush the troops from concealed positions. The troops responded decisively and successfully fought through the ambush, inflicting further casualties on the terrorists and forcing the surviving elements to flee,” the JTF said.
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