From Ifeanyichukwu Nwannah, Gusau

Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma recorded another operational success in Zamfara State with the recovery and safe disposal of a terrorist-planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED), along a major access route in Bukkuyum Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Media Information Officer Joint Task Force North-west OPFY, Lt Colonel Aliyu Danja and made available to newsmen in Gusau, the State capital.

According to the statement, acting on credible intelligence, troops of Sector 2 swiftly responded to reports of an IED planted along the Gurusu–Gwashi road.

“Troops identified the explosive device, secured the area to prevent harm to road users and successfully facilitated the safe disposal of the IED by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team. Following the operation, troops sustained aggressive patrols in the general area to deny terrorists freedom of action”, he added.

“The successful operation underscored the commitment of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to protecting lives, safeguarding critical routes and countering the evolving tactics of terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area”

“The  Joint Task Force urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious objects or activities to security agencies, as timely information continues to play a vital role in preventing attacks and enhancing public safety”.

By David Torough, Abuja

Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralised a key terrorist commander and recovered arms, ammunition and motorcycles during a clearance operation in Matazu Local Government Area of Katsina State.

The operation, conducted on August 29, 2026, was part of ongoing efforts to dismantle terrorist networks and restrict their operational capabilities across the Joint Operations Area.

According to a statement by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, troops of Sector 2 encountered stiff resistance from armed terrorists while conducting clearance operations in identified terrorist enclaves in Matazu.

The troops responded with superior firepower, forcing the terrorists to flee the area.

During subsequent exploitation of the area, the troops confirmed the death of a terrorist identified as “Smally,” described by the military as a commander operating under the notorious terrorist leader, Kachalla Muhammadu Filani.

The troops also recovered three machine guns, two AK-47 rifles, 11 magazines, 180 rounds of ammunition and six motorcycles allegedly used by the terrorists.

The military said the operation was part of sustained efforts to put pressure on terrorist networks, deny them freedom of movement and dismantle their operational capabilities.

It added that troops remained committed to taking the fight to terrorists and creating conditions for the restoration of lasting peace and security in affected communities.

By David Torough, Abuja

Troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE have neutralized a suspected terrorist and recovered two AK-47 rifles and other military-related items during an intelligence-led operation in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State.

The operation was conducted on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at about 9:50 a.

According to a statement issued on Sunday by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Captain Chinonso Polycarp Oteh, the troops intercepted a green-coloured Golf vehicle with registration number DKA-808XM during a stop-and-search operation.

The troops reportedly discovered a concealed and well-fabricated compartment inside the vehicle’s dashboard while attempting to search it.

The driver allegedly refused to open the compartment and fled into a nearby bush. Troops pursued and apprehended him, after which he reportedly attempted to disarm one of the soldiers and was subsequently neutralized.

A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of two AK-47 rifles, one magazine, two wooden rifle butts, nine magazine pouches, two camel bags, six jungle hats, a mobile phone and an ATM card.

The Commander of Operation ENDURING PEACE, Major General Maxwell Dangana, commended the troops for what he described as their decisive and aggressive posture during operations.

Dangana urged the troops to sustain the momentum in offensive operations against criminal elements across the joint operations area.

He also thanked residents for their support and called for greater cooperation from the public, particularly through the provision of timely and actionable information to security forces.

The operation is part of ongoing efforts by troops of Operation ENDURING PEACE to strengthen security and protect lives and property across Plateau State.