Personnel attached to Operation Fansan Yamma successfully thwarted an assault by terrorists along the route connecting Anka and Guruzu within Zamfara State.
The military said the operations, conducted on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, were part of ongoing efforts to curb terrorist activities and protect lives and property across the North-West.
In a statement, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, North-West, Operation Fansan Yamma, Captain Tamuno Sinivie, said troops of Sector 2 came under attack while conducting a fighting patrol to clear the Anka-Guruzu Road following reports of terrorist activities in the area.
He said the terrorists launched a coordinated ambush from both sides of the road but were forced to retreat after the troops responded with superior firepower, inflicting heavy casualties on them.
The statement added that the troops subsequently secured the road and restored freedom of movement for commuters, although one soldier sustained a gunshot injury and was evacuated for medical attention. The soldier was said to be in stable condition.
In a separate operation in Sokoto State, the troops foiled an attempt by terrorists to rustle livestock and abduct herders at Takasaba village in Sabon Birni Local Government Area.
According to the statement, the troops acted on credible intelligence about the terrorists’ activities and swiftly mobilised to the scene, forcing the attackers to flee and abandon the 520 livestock and two abducted herders.
The rescued victims were identified as Malam Sulaiman, 50, and Nasiru Sulaiman, 14. They were subsequently handed over to the Sabon Birni Local Government authorities.
The Theatre Commander of Operation Fansan Yamma, Major General W.B. Idris commended the troops for their gallantry and urged them to sustain the offensive against terrorist groups.
He also reassured residents of the military’s commitment to restoring peace and security across the Joint Operations Area, urging members of the public to provide security agencies with timely and credible information.
What You Should Know
Security forces have successfully countered terrorist attacks in Zamfara and Sokoto states, neutralizing threats along major routes and rescuing abducted citizens alongside hundreds of rustled livestock.
- Positive Impact: Commuters and residents in the affected regions can experience improved safety, freedom of movement, and the recovery of stolen agricultural assets.
- Potential Concerns: Ongoing security threats in rural areas highlight the continued risks faced by farmers and travelers, while the injury of a soldier underscores the ongoing dangers security personnel encounter.
