Air Strikes Kill Scores As Troops Foil Terrorist Attacks In Zamfara  

Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have foiled repeated attacks by terrorists on two communities in Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State, with air strikes reportedly eliminating scores of the attackers.

The troops also killed a suspected terrorist and recovered two locally made rifles, two motorcycles and other items during separate operations in Kaduna State.

The Joint Task Force North West disclosed this in a statement, noting that the attacks on Wuya and Yarzabia communities took place on November 14, 2026.

According to the statement, the attackers, who arrived on motorcycles, were met with resistance from troops of Sector 2, who engaged them in a firefight and forced them to withdraw.

The terrorists, however, regrouped and launched another assault but were again repelled as the troops held their positions.

Additional troops were subsequently deployed to reinforce the security personnel, with operations extended to nearby communities. The military also intensified patrols in the affected areas to forestall further attacks and restore residents’ confidence.

The statement said the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma provided aerial support to the ground troops by deploying a combat aircraft during the operation.

The aircraft reportedly sighted a group of terrorists attempting to move a large herd of suspected rustled cattle away from the affected communities.

“The terrorists were subsequently engaged in multiple air strikes, neutralising scores of terrorists,” the statement said.

Meanwhile, in Kaduna State, troops of Sector 1 carried out a fighting patrol around farmlands in Aguba Village, Kajuru Local Government Area, following intelligence reports of suspected terrorist activities in the area.

The troops reportedly encountered the armed group and engaged them in a gun battle, killing one suspect, while the others escaped.

A search conducted after the encounter led to the recovery of two locally fabricated rifles, a mobile phone, substances suspected to be cannabis and other illicit drugs, as well as recharge cards.

In another operation, troops intercepted a group of suspected terrorists moving along Buruku–Kaduna Road following intelligence reports about their activities.

The encounter, which also occurred on November 14, reportedly resulted in a gun battle, forcing the terrorists to flee into a nearby forest and abandon two motorcycles.

The troops recovered the motorcycles and continued pursuit and clearance operations to prevent the fleeing suspects from regrouping.

The Theatre Command praised the troops for their determination and commitment, urging them to maintain the momentum of ongoing operations.

It also appealed to residents to provide security agencies with credible and timely information that could aid efforts to tackle insecurity and restore lasting peace across the North-West.