OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA TROOPS NEUTRALIZE TERRORISTS, RECOVER WEAPONS AND MOTORCYCLES IN SOKOTO STATE. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

 OPERATION FANSAN YAMMA TROOPS NEUTRALIZE TERRORISTS, RECOVER WEAPONS AND MOTORCYCLES IN SOKOTO STATE

Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA successfully neutralized 2 terrorists and recovered weapons and motorcycles during a fierce engagement with terrorists in Rabah Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

The operation followed credible intelligence received in the early hours of 28 August 2026 on movement of terrorists conveying hundreds of rustled cattle through Maikujera general area of Rabah LGA. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, troops of Sector 2 moved to intercept and attack the terrorist.

While advancing towards the identified area, the troops encountered an ambush staged by the terrorists. Troops responded decisively, fought through the ambush with superior firepower and neutralized 2 terrorists, forcing the remaining elements to flee into the surrounding bushes.

Subsequent exploitation of the area led to the recovery of 2 AK-47 rifles and 3 motorcycles abandoned by the fleeing terrorists. During the firefight, the rustled cattle dispersed into the surrounding bushes, while efforts are ongoing in conjunction with local vigilantes to locate and recover the livestock.

The general area remains calm and stable as troops continue to dominate the area and maintain vigilance to prevent further terrorist activities. Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA remain resolute in sustaining the operational momentum against terrorist and criminal elements while safeguarding lives and property across the Joint Operations Area.

ALIYU DANJA

Lieutenant Colonel 

Media Information Officer 

Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA 

28 August 2026