Troops Dislodge Over 100 Terrorists In Zamfara
Troops of 8 Division Nigerian Army operating under Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA have dislodged over 100 terrorists, neutralising many on Saturday in Zamfara State.
The terrorists had gathered at the camp of notorious bandit leader Gwaska Dan Karami in Maru Local Government of the state when they were attacked by the troops.
The operation was triggered by credible intelligence revealing that over 100 bandits had gathered at the camp to coordinate large-scale attacks on local communities and military supply lines.
Following days of intensive surveillance, ground troops supported by the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), intercepted the bandits on January 31, 2026.
A fierce firefight ensued as the terrorists attempted a flanking and encircle manoeuver. However, they were overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the troops while many bandits were eliminated, others fled iwith gunshot wounds.The camp was set ablaze before the troops withdrew.
TheNAF component is currently conducting interdiction missions to intercept the fleeing remnants, while ground troops maintain dominance over the area.
However, some soldiers reportedly paid the supreme price during the fierce encounter and one combat enabler vehicle was hit by the enemy’s Rocket Propelled Gun,which caught fire.
The Nigerian Army has hailed the fallen soldiers for their sacrifice and assured that troops’ combat efficiency remains high and have continued to dismantle bandit networks and disrupt their supply chains across the North West region.
