Troops Kill Terror Kingpin Auta, 13 Others In Zamfara

Troops of Operation Fasan Yamma have eliminated terrorist kingpin, Auta, and 13 others in Zamfara State, the Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has disclosed.

Director Defence Media Operations, Major General Markus Kangye revealed that troops of the Mobile Strike Team (MST) on 10 June, 2025 eliminated a group of terrorists during a decisive offensive operation around Ƙunchin Kalgo town in Tsafe local government area of the state.

Maj.-Gen Kangye listed a notorious terrorist known as Auta, among those killed alongside his associates, Abdul Jamilu and Salisu.

He added that the terrorists were linked to multiple acts of violence and terrorism within the general area.

“The operation marks a significant blow to criminal elements, destabilizing peace and security in the area,” the defence spokesperson said.

According to Kangye, preliminary intelligence showed that two additional terrorist kingpins, including one identified as Babayé were eliminated during the operation.

Furthermore, in a separate incident, Sale Ado Madele (alias Sarki), the eldest son of known bandit leader Ado Alieru, was also killed.

Similarly, troops also killed additional 10 terrorists who congregated near a filling station in Danjibga. “The terrorist were believed to be part of a syndicate brought together by Dogo Sule for a planned attack.”

General Kangye reassured that the Armed Forces remained committed to safeguarding lives and restoring lasting peace across Zamfara State and the wider North-West region.

“This operation underscores our resolve to dismantle terrorist networks and bring perpetrators of violence to justice,” he said.