Troops of the 8 Division Garrison Strike Force, operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 2, have killed six suspected terrorists in the forests of Sububu and Indulumu villages in Zamfara State.

In a statement on Saturday, the media information officer for Operation FANSAN YAMMA, David Adewusi, said the troops also rescued an underage victim and recovered weapons from terrorist enclaves in the forests.

Mr Adewusi said, “In a resounding victory against terrorism and banditry, troops of 8 Division Garrison Strike Force operating under Operation FANSAN YAMMA Sector 2 has achieved significant breakthroughs in its ongoing offensive operation within the notorious Sububu Forests of Maradun Local Government Area ( LGA), Zamfara State. The operation, aimed at dismantling terrorist enclaves and restoring peace to the State, has resulted in the neutralization of 6 terrorists, the recovery of arms and ammunition, the destruction of terrorist infrastructure, and the successful rescue of a kidnapped underage victim.

“The offensive commenced with a targeted engagement at Indulumu village where  gallant troops confronted and neutralized 2 terrorists. Following the intense firefight, troops recovered one Sububu Forests of Maradun Local Government Area ( LGA), Zamfara Statefurther disrupting the terrorists’ operational capabilities.

“Driven by unwavering resolve, the Strike Force pressed forward to Ruduno village, where they encountered further resistance. In a display of exceptional bravery and tactical prowess, the troops neutralized an additional 4 terrorists, effectively dismantling a key element of the terrorist network. The operation yielded the recovery of another AK-47 rifle, a magazine loaded with 28 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and 2 motorcycles, instrumental in the terrorists’ mobility and logistics operations, were also destroyed on-site, further crippling their capacity to operate.

“Beyond the direct engagement with the terrorists, the operation achieved a profound humanitarian success. As troops exploited deeper into the forest, they successfully rescued a kidnapped underage victim, identified as Halira Ibrahim bringing an end to her ordeal and offering a beacon of hope to the affected community. The rescue underscores the troops  unwavering commitment to protecting vulnerable citizens and combating the scourge of kidnapping.”

According to Mr Adewusi, the offensive, which continued with the destruction of other terrorist camps and life-support structures in Magaji, Galakaje, Filinga and Kukatara, has significantly disrupted the terrorists’ ability to sustain their operations, denying them safe havens and logistics support.