By Augustine Ehikioya
Troops of Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA have commenced all out operations within the week against terrorists enclaves across Sokoto, Zamfara and Kebbi States.
They are aimed at protecting communities and neutralising terrorists.
This was contained in a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Olaniyi Osoba, Acting Deputy Director, Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Nigerian Army/Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA. It was made available to Security Watch Africa (SWA).
In Sokoto State, on 25 March, 2026, it said that troops of COAS Intervention Battalion VII made 2 seperate contacts with terrorists at Magonho Forest where they eliminated 3 bandits and recovered 3 AK 47 rifles and motorcycles.
In Zamfara State, on 25 March, 2026, the statement also revealed that troops executed a successful ambush along the Gada Maya – Makakari Village road, neutralising 2 terrorists and forcing others to retreat in disarray.
“The operation led to the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, 3 magazines, 55 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition, one Baofeng radio, 2 mobile phones, and one motorcycle.
“Later the same day, terrorists attempted to retaliate by attacking Kaida Village, falsely accusing the villagers of collaborating with security forces.
“The troops responded swiftly, neutralising an additional terrorist and recovering another AK-47 rifle.”
The statement also disclosed that the troops while acting on credible intelligence conducted a clearance operation in Dutsi Village, Moriki District, Zurmi Local Government Area.
The operation, it said, forced terrorists to abandon one AK-47 rifle, one magazine, and 26 rounds of 7.62mm Special ammunition as they fled under sustained military pressure.
It added “In Kebbi State, troops received information on Lakurawa Terrorist Group (LTG) presence in Giron Masa community, Shanga Local Government Area while responding, they were ambushed 500 metres before the village. Despite the ambush by the fleeing terrorists, the troops remained undeterred as reinforcements and combat enablers have been deployed to the general area and intelligence-led operations to track and neutralise the fleeing terrorists are ongoing.
“8 Division/Sector 2 OPFY remains resolute in its mission to dominate the operational space, degrade terrorist capabilities and protect law-abiding citizens.”
The morale of the troops, the statement noted is high, while their actions reflected the core values of courage, professionalism, and service to the nation.
“The Division will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of all communities in the North West, in line with the strategic directives of the Chief of Army Staff,” the statement stated.
