Troops of Sector 2 Operation Fansan Yamma operating in Kebbi State have recovered massive high calibre weapons and improvised explosive devices in a sustained and decisive effort to rid the North-West region of terrorism and criminal elements,
Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, Lt-Col. Olaniyi Osoba in a statement issued Monday said the successful offensive operation took place on 14 June, 2026 around the Dogon Daji general area in Dandi Local Government Area of the State.
He explained that during the operation, the troops brought superior firepower to bear on the Lakurawa Terrorist Group, decisively overwhelming the terrorists and forcing them to flee.
Osoba added: “A follow-on aggressive pursuit along the terrorists’ withdrawal routes led to the recovery of a large cache of arms, explosives and logistics equipment abandoned by the fleeing elements.”
He noted that items recovered from the terrorists camp included Rocket-Propelled Grenade (RPG) launch tubes, Several Rocket-Propelled Grenades (Warheads), Multiple Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs), two motorcycles utilised by the terrorists for mobility and battery chargers and various personal belongings.
Osoba said the troops emerged from the engagement unscathed, with zero casualties recorded.