Two villagers dead as troops, vigilantes repel terrorist attack in Zamfara
Troops under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, together with local vigilantes, have repelled a terrorist attack in Maiwa village. The incident resulted in the death of two villagers during the exchange of gunfire with the attackers. According to reports shared by security analyst Zagazola Makama, the troops responded quickly after receiving a distress call in the evening. […]
Army GOC visits troops in Kebbi, urges vigilance
Maj. Gen. PB Koughna, GOC 8 Division of the Nigerian Army, visited troops deployed in Kebbi State to assess security operations. He inspected personnel at CSI Battalion III, Forward Operating Base Dirin Daji, and the 223 Light Tank Battalion. During the tour, unit commanders briefed him on ongoing activities and the security situation in their […]
Troops kill scores of bandits allegedly loyal to Gwaska Dan Karemi in Zamfara
Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division, operating under Sector 2 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have killed many bandits believed to be loyal to the notorious fugitive leader, Gwaska Dan Karemi, during a major military operation in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. The encounter happened on January 31, 2026, after security forces acted […]
Bello Turji in panic, will soon become history – Nigerian military
The Nigerian military has declared that wanted terrorist leader, Bello Turji, is now under severe pressure and operating in panic mode as security forces intensify operations across the North-West. The military said sustained offensives are closing in on Turji and other notorious bandit leaders, making it difficult for them to operate freely or settle in […]
Bello Turji in ‘panic mode’, restless — Nigerian military
The Nigerian military has disclosed that notorious bandit leader, Bello Turji, is now under intense pressure and operating in panic mode as security forces intensify operations across the North-West. According to the army, sustained military action has disrupted the activities of Turji and other armed group leaders, forcing them into constant movement to avoid capture. […]
Nigerian troops kill two notorious bandit leaders, Ma’oli, Kachalla Muchelli
The Nigerian military has made significant progress in its fight against terrorism and banditry in the North West region. Recently, troops from Operation Fansan Yamma conducted successful missions in Katsina and Zamfara States, taking down two notorious bandit leaders. In Katsina State, the troops carried out an operation in Mai Sheka village, located in Kunchin […]
Military Neutralizes Terrorists, Foils Attack on Zamfara Villages
The Nigerian military has successfully stopped a terrorist attack in Yar Galadima village, located in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. This operation was carried out by the Joint Task Force in the North-West, known as Operation Fansan Yamma, in the early hours of Sunday. Lt. Col. Abubakar Abdullahi, the Joint Media Coordinator, shared […]