Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma have recorded another operational success in Zamfara State after neutralising three suspected terrorists and recovering arms and ammunition during a fighting patrol in the state.
The operation was carried out in the early hours of Thursday in Kaura Namoda and Birnin Magaji Local Government Areas as part of ongoing efforts to deny criminal elements freedom of movement across the North West region.
In a statement issued on May 7, 2026, the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, said troops encountered armed terrorists at Doumbourum Village, leading to a fierce gun battle.
“During the operation, troops made contact with armed terrorists at Doumbourum Village, where a fierce firefight ensued,” Danja stated.
According to him, the troops overpowered the attackers with superior firepower, forcing them to flee after suffering heavy casualties.
“The gallant troops overwhelmed the terrorists with superior firepower, forcing the criminals to flee in disarray after suffering significant casualties,” he said.
Danja disclosed that three terrorists were neutralised during the operation, while troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, one machine gun, one locally fabricated handgun, seven rifle magazines and 571 rounds of ammunition.
“Importantly, no casualty was recorded among the troops during the operation,” he added.
The military spokesperson described the latest success as evidence of the commitment and professionalism of troops involved in the ongoing counter-terrorism operations across the North West.
“The continued operational successes being recorded by Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma remain a clear testament to the unwavering commitment, resilience, and professionalism of the troops in the ongoing fight against terrorism and other criminal activities within the North West region,” Danja stated.
He also appealed to residents to continue supporting security agencies with credible intelligence to strengthen ongoing operations aimed at restoring peace and security in Zamfara State and the wider North West region. #Securitynewsalert.com
