By John Ogunsemore
The Defence Headquarters said troops of the Mobile Strike Team (MST) under Operation Fasan Yamma (OPFY) have neutralised a group of terrorists during a decisive offensive operation around Ƙunchin Kalgo town in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Among those killed in the June 10 operation was a notorious terrorist known as Auta, alongside his associates Abdul Jamilu and Salisu, and Sale Ado Madele (alias Sarki), the eldest son of known bandit leader Ado Alieru.
Director, Defence Media Operations,
Maj.-Gen. Markus Kangye disclosed this in a Thursday statement.
The military spokesman said Auta and his two comrades were terrorists linked to multiple acts of violence and terrorism within the general area.
He added that the operation marked a significant blow to criminal elements destabilising peace and security in the area.
Kangye added, “Preliminary intelligence indicates that two additional terrorist kingpins, including one identified as Babayé were eliminated during the operation.
“In a separate incident, Sale Ado Madele (alias Sarki), the eldest son of known bandit leader Ado Alieru, was also reportedly killed.”
In a related development, troops also killed additional ten terrorists who congregated near a filling station in Danjibga.
Kangye said the terrorist were believed to be part of a syndicate brought together by Dogo Sule for a planned attack.
He said the Nigerian Armed forces remain committed to safeguarding lives and restoring lasting peace across Zamfara State and the wider North-West region.
“This operation underscores our resolve to dismantle terrorist networks and bring perpetrators of violence to justice,” the military spokesman stated.