Troops recover, safely dispose terrorist-planted IED on Zamfara road

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have recovered and safely disposed of an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) allegedly planted by terrorists along a major road in Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

The incident occurred on Thursday, August 27, according to a statement issued by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja.

Danja said the troops, acting on credible intelligence, responded to reports of an IED planted along the Gurusu–Gwashi Road in Sector 2 of the operation.

“Troops identified the explosive device, secured the area to prevent harm to road users and successfully facilitated the safe disposal of the IED by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team,” he stated.

Following the operation, he added, troops sustained aggressive patrols in the general area to deny terrorists freedom of action.

The Joint Task Force said the successful operation underscored the commitment of Operation Fansan Yamma to protecting lives, safeguarding critical routes and countering the evolving tactics of terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area.

The military urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious objects or activities to security agencies, noting that timely information “continues to play a vital role in preventing attacks and enhancing public safety.”