10 Victims Rescued as Troops Foil Terrorist Attacks Across North-West
Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 civilians during separate operations in Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States as part of ongoing efforts to protect lives and secure communities across the North-West.
On August 19, 2026, troops conducting a patrol in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State encountered a terrorist ambush. The troops responded swiftly, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray.
Five civilians were rescued during the encounter and subsequently reunited with their families, while two motorcycles abandoned by the terrorists were also recovered.
Earlier, on August 18, troops acting on intelligence concerning three kidnapped victims conducted a search-and-rescue operation in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The operation resulted in the successful rescue of all three victims, who were profiled before being handed over to the appropriate local authorities.
Similarly, troops responding to reported terrorist activities in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State on August 18 swiftly mobilised to the area, compelling the terrorists to flee and abandon two captives.
The two victims, who sustained gunshot wounds during their ordeal, were immediately evacuated to a medical facility for urgent treatment. Efforts are ongoing to track and neutralise the fleeing terrorists.
The Theatre Command commended the troops for their vigilance, courage and swift response, assuring residents of its determination to sustain pressure on terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area.
The Command also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security forces to support ongoing operations and enhance the protection of lives and property.
