By RhemDy News
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA have sustained ongoing efforts to protect lives and secure communities across the North West, rescuing 10 civilians in separate operations conducted in Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States.
Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, revealed that on August 19, 2026, troops conducting a patrol in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State encountered a terrorist ambush.
Lt.-Col. troops added that troops responded swiftly and decisively, forcing the terrorists to flee in disarray.
During the encounter, he added that five (5) civilians were rescued and subsequently reunited with their families, while 2 motorcycles abandoned by the terrorists were recovered.
Earlier, on August 18, 2026, troops acting on intelligence regarding three (3) kidnapped victims conducted a search and rescue operation in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State.
The operation led to the successful rescue of all 3 victims, who were subsequently profiled and handed over to the appropriate local authorities.
Similarly, troops responded swiftly to reported terrorist activities in the Tsafe LGA of Zamfara State on August 18.
Danja said the rapid mobilisation of the troops compelled the terrorists to flee the area, abandoning two captives.
The victims, who had sustained gunshot wounds during their ordeal, were immediately evacuated to a medical facility for urgent treatment.
The media officiee disclosed that efforts were currently ongoing to track and neutralise the fleeing terrorists.
The Theatre Command commended the troops for their vigilance and swift response and reassures residents of its determination to sustain pressure on terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area.
Members of the public are encouraged to continue providing timely and credible information to security forces to support ongoing operations and enhance the protection of lives and property.
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