OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA: TROOPS ELIMINATE TERRORISTS, RESCUE 62 HOSTAGES IN COORDINATED OPERATIONS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.

 OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA: TROOPS ELIMINATE TERRORISTS, RESCUE 62 HOSTAGES IN COORDINATED OPERATIONS

Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMM operating under Sector 2 have successfully neutralized 2  terrorists in Kebbi State and rescued 62 hostages in Munhaye Forest of Zamfara State. These operations were conducted in close collaboration with allied security forces and local vigilantes, demonstrating a unified front against banditry and terrorism.

In Kebbi State, troops 

Acting on actionable intelligence  ambushed members of the Lakurawa Terrorist Group  near the border between Augie Local Government Area (Kebbi State) and Binji Local Government Area (Sokoto State). The operation, executed in Kerani Village, resulted in the elimination of 2  terrorists and the recovery of 2  motorcycles used by the insurgents. The 2 terrorists were wearing camouflage uniforms with 2 motorcycles  padded with thick blankets and fitted with equipment for long range movement including hand tyre pumps. 

In Zamfara State, troops in a separate operation, stormed Munhaye Forest a known hideout of the notorious bandit leader Kachalla Alti following intelligence report that the notorious bandit leader has held some captives hostage. The mission led to the successful rescue of 62 kidnapped victims who are now in safe custody. Efforts  are ongoing to  reunite the freed hostages  with their familiies

These operations underscore the relentless efforts of Operation FANSAN YAMMA and its partners to dismantle terrorist networks, restore security, and protect lives in the region.

OLANIYI OSOBA

Lieutenant Colonel 

Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations 8 Division Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Operation

FANSAN YAMMA

21 January 2026