Troops Eliminate 20 Terrorists In Sokoto And Kebbi States

In the aftermath of recent farmer killings, Nigerian Army troops, operating under the umbrella of Operation Fansan Yanma, have successfully dealt a significant blow to terrorist groups in Sokoto and Kebbi states.

According to a security source, Zagazola Makama, a series of well-coordinated operations were carried out targeting local government councils, including Illela, Tangaza, Gudu, Binji, and Silami in Sokoto State, and Augie, Arewa, Argungu, and Dandi councils in Kebbi State. These efforts led to the neutralization of over 20 terrorists, dismantling their camps, and forcing them to flee their hideouts.

The operations, which aimed to restore peace and security, saw troops sweeping through terrorist strongholds in the Tsauna, Bauni, and Sarma forests. The Army pushed deep into these critical areas, flushing out terrorists, destroying their camps, and recovering valuable equipment. In Sarma Ruga, 20 terrorists were killed during intense combat. Fleeing terrorists abandoned their weapons, hideouts, and supplies, many of which were destroyed by the troops.

A significant breakthrough came with the clearance of Manja village, which had been abandoned for four years due to banditry and terrorist activities. Locals have since begun returning to their homes, expressing their gratitude for the Army’s efforts to liberate the area.

The troops also discovered and cleared a newly established terrorist camp near Mai Hills, where they found essential supplies and logistics left behind by the terrorists. The operation continued with a push towards Jaima village, a border community, where Nigerien troops were reported to be conducting patrols.

Meanwhile, in Borno State, barely 24 hours after attacking Bazir village in Chibok Local Government Area, Boko Haram terrorists launched another assault on Shikarkir Ward of Chibok. The terrorists set fire to the Church of Brethren and several residential buildings.

Earlier, Boko Haram terrorists attacked Bazir, killing two siblings, setting fire to the church, and destroying a residential building. The terrorists looted livestock and foodstuffs before fleeing. One of the victims’ family members, Mallam Daniel Shikarkir, confirmed that his elderly parents, aged 82 and 79, escaped the attack unharmed, but their home was completely destroyed.