Troops of Sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 31 kidnapped victims, neutralized five terrorists and dismantled several terrorists camps in a series of coordinated operations across Zamfara and Katsina States
Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Lt-Col. Olaniyi Osoba in a statement issued Saturda revealed that in Zamfara State, troops rescued 31 kidnapped victims around the Bagega–Kawaye axis in Anka LGA.
He said the kidnapped victims were rescued from captivity following a precision air interdiction conducted by the air component of Operation Fansan Yamma and a follow on ground operation on terrorist enclaves west of Bagega Forest.
Osoba noted that the rescued individuals, who had spent several weeks in captivity, were identified as indigenes of Maga, Gummi, Zuru, Wasugu, Bukuyyum, and Anka LGAs across Zamfara and Sokoto States.
He said the victims were provided medical support and will be reunited with their respective families.
Osoba added: “In a separate operation in Zamfara, troops made contact with terrorists in Maradun and Gidan Dan Jaja axis where troops neutralized 2 terrorists and destroyed identified terrorist camps. Troops also recovered several fabricated rifles and 4 motorcycles used by the criminals.
“In Katsina State, troops intercepted terrorists in transit at Ruwan Godiya axis and Sayaya Road in Matazu LGA who were in transit for an imminent attack.
“Following a fierce firefight, troops neutralised three terrorists, recovered motorcycles and some quantities of ammunition.
“One of the terrorists neutralised was later identified as a foot soldier of the notorious terrorist kingpin, Muhammad Fulani. Rifles and motorcycles were recovered from the 2 encounters.”