Troops kill 10 terrorists, rescue 101 Kidnapped victims in Katsina, Zamfara

From Molly Kilete, Abuja

Troops of Sector 2, in collaboration with the Air Component of the Joint Task Force Operation Fansan Yamma have killed 10  terrorists and rescued 101 kidnapped victims across Kankara,Katsina  and Shinkafi, Zamfara States.

Coordinator Joint Media Coordonation Centre

Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdulahi, said the terrorists were killed during  encounters in the Faru District of Maradun Local Government Area,on 17 and 18 March 2025.

Abdullahi, in a statement, said:” The operation began in Katsina state, where troops conducted a deliberate assault on a terrorists’ enclave at Pauwa High Ground in Kankara LGA. This  resulted in the neutralisation of three  terrorists and the rescue of 84 kidnapped victims who were subsequently handed over to LG authorities for further action.

Meanwhile, in Zamfara state, troops acted on information regarding terrorist activities in the Bagabuzu area of Faru District, Maradun LGA. This  led to the naturalisation of seven  terrorists and the recovery of a motorcycle, among other items. Additionally, 17 captives, who had been abducted by a terrorist kingpin, were successfully rescued from Tsibiri and Doka villages in Shinkafi LGA, they are currently receiving medical attention at a local hospital.

Operation Fansan Yamma remains steadfast in its mandate to ensure the security and safety of the communities in Katsina and Zamfara States. The operation continues to urge the public to remain vigilant and supportive of its efforts, emphasizing that community cooperation is vital for ongoing success in the fight against terrorism in the region.