By Ifeanyichukwu Marcus
(SINL NIGERIA) The troops of Operation Fansan Yamma, OPFY, have between 1st to 10th February 2025, neutralized numerous terrorists, including several key terrorists’ kingpins, thereby enhancing the safety and security of lives and property within the Joint Operations Area.
This was contained in a statement issued by the Coordinator, Joint Media Coordination Center, Operation Fasan Yamma, Lt Colonel Abubakar Abdulahi, and made available to newsmen in Gusau, Zamfara State capital.
According to the statement, the troops successfully neutralized dozens of terrorists, including kingpins such as Kachalla Na Faransa, Dogon Bakkwalo, Auta Gobaje and Dan Mai Dutsi, among others.
“Notably, many of these bandits were eliminated in a fierce battle in Shinkafi and Zurmi Local Government Areas of Zamfara State as well as Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State”, he added.
“The operations have also dismantled the terrorist network and destroyed their support structures thus, significantly weakening their operational capacity”
“In addition to neutralizing key terrorists’ leaders, the troops have actively targeted terrorists’ hideouts”
“An estimated 40 enclaves have been destroyed, with important locations such as Tungar Fulani, Unguwar Goga, Gangara Hill, and Gidan Maji and cleared the terrorists”
“This extensive offensive operation is crucial in disrupting the logistical and operational capabilities of terrorists in the North West region”
“The troops have also recovered a cache of arms and ammunition, which will be crucial in preventing further attacks. In a compassionate effort, the troops rescued dozens of kidnapped victims during these operations, contributing to the overall security and peace in the affected areas”
“As operation continues, Operation Fansan Yamma remains committed to disrupting the cycle of terrorism in Northwest Nigeria and Niger State”
“We encourage the public to continue providing information on the fleeing terrorists to include Bello Turji and his henchmen”
“Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma also assure all citizens that their contributions will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect”
