OPFY Troops Kill Two Terrorists, Recover Arms in Sokoto

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralised two terrorists and recovered weapons, motorcycles, and other items during sustained clearance operations in Sokoto State. 

The update was provided in a statement issued by Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, Media Information Officer for the Joint Task Force Operation FANSAN YAMMA 

According to the report, troops of Sector 2 made contact with terrorists at Waria Forest and engaged them in a firefight, neutralising one terrorist and recovering two AK-47 rifles alongside two motorcycles. In a subsequent encounter at Sarma Village, troops engaged another group of terrorists, neutralising one and forcing the rest to flee.

Further exploitation of the area led to the recovery of six additional motorcycles, two AK-47 rifles, four magazines, twenty-three rounds of ammunition, and a communication device. The military stated that the successes reflect their ongoing commitment to dismantling terrorist networks and restoring peace to the region. 

The command also thanked the public for their continued support and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to securityagencies.