Troops Kill 10 Terrorists, Rescue 101 Kidnap Victims In Katsina, Zamfara

Troops of Sector 2, in collaboration with the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma have killed 10 terrorists and rescued 101 kidnap victims in Katsina and Zamfara States.

The operations which were carried out between March 17 and 18, also led to the killing of 10 terrorists in the Faru District of Maradun local government area of Zamfara.

According to a statement by the Coordinator of the Joint Media Coordination Centre, Lieutenant Colonel Abubakar Abdullahi Akwa, the troops launched an assault on a terrorist hideout at Pauwa High Ground in Kankara LGA, Katsina.

“This resulted in the neutralisation of three terrorists and the rescue of 84 kidnapped victims, who were handed over to local authorities.

“In Zamfara, troops acted on intelligence about terrorists activities in Bagabuzu, Faru District, leading to the killing of seven terrorists and the recovery of a motorcycle.

“Seventeen captives were also rescued from Tsibiri and Doka villages in Shinkafi LGA and are receiving medical care.

“Operation Fansan Yamma therefore urged residents to remain vigilant and support security efforts in the fight against terrorism in the region,”
Akwa announced.