By ZAKAA LAZARUS
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recorded another operational success with the rescue of 27 kidnapped victims and recovery of a motorcycle in Katsina State.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on 20th October, 2026, by the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja.
According to the statement, on 16th October, 2026, troops of Sector 1 received a distress call on terrorist activities in Gamji community, Sabuwa Local Government Area. It was reported that terrorists had abducted 27 residents, comprising 15 males and 12 females.
“Troops responded swiftly, pursuing the terrorists along the Gangare – Kamba axis. On contact, troops engaged with superior firepower, forcing the terrorists to abandon their victims and flee in disarray,” Danja said.
He stated that all 27 victims were rescued unharmed during exploitation of the area, adding that they have been profiled and handed over to community leaders for reunification with their families.
In a separate operation on the same day, troops conducting fighting patrol around Kurba village in Kankara Local Government Area encountered terrorists on three motorcycles.
“The terrorists fled on sighting troops, abandoning one motorcycle,” he added.
Danja said the successful operations underscore the sustained offensive posture and operational effectiveness of troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA in denying terrorists freedom of action and safeguarding vulnerable communities across the Joint Operations Area.
He said the Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, commended troops for their gallantry and swift response.
The Theatre Commander assured residents of Katsina, Zamfara and adjoining states of the Task Force’s unwavering commitment to restoring lasting peace and security.
