By ZAKAA LAZARU
Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) successfully intercepted and neutralized a large group of terrorists advancing from the Baban Doka axis of Maru Local Government Area (LGA) in Zamfara State towards Ragada and Warari communities in Rijau LGA of Niger State on 22 July 2025.
The troops, comprising joint teams from the Mariga and Zuru axes, swiftly launched a coordinated assault near Inana Village in Rijau LGA and engaged the terrorists in a fierce firefight.
During the engagement, the Air Component of OPFY provided vital intelligence, surveillance, and air strikes in support of the ground troops, enabling a decisive response.
Several terrorists were neutralized, and numerous motorcycles and communication equipment were recovered.
The troops also recovered two AK-47 rifles, one magazine loaded with five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, and 18 motorcycles, among other items.
The successful joint assault thwarted the terrorists’ plans to destabilize the area and rustle livestock. Sadly , one brave soldier was fatally injured during the fire fight.
OPFY remains resolute in its mandate to defeat terrorists and criminal elements operating across the North West and parts of the North Central region.
We assure the public of our unwavering commitment to achieving this mandate and urge continued cooperation through the provision of credible information that will support ongoing offensive operations.
