Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have neutralised five terrorists and rescued 11 kidnapped victims following a fierce gun battle along the Gambada–Gummi–Sokoto road in Zamfara State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops made contact with the terrorists at about 4:30 p.m. on July 22 while conducting offensive operations along the corridor.
The ensuing exchange of fire resulted in the elimination of five terrorists, while several others fled into the surrounding bush under sustained military pressure.
The fleeing terrorists abandoned 11 kidnapped victims and one motorcycle, all of which were recovered by the troops.
The rescued victims were secured by the troops and have since been evacuated to safety for medical attention and debriefing.
Military sources said the operation is part of the ongoing offensive by Operation FANSAN YAMMA to dismantle terrorist and kidnapping networks, rescue abducted persons, and restore security across the North-West.
The sources added that troops are continuing pursuit operations to track down the fleeing terrorists and prevent them from regrouping.
