Joint Task Force Neutralises Terrorists, Recovers Livestock

On October 29 and 30, 2026, troops from the Joint Task Force, Operation Fansan Yamma, conducted operations in Kano and Sokoto states, resulting in the neutralisation of three suspected terrorists and the recovery of various items. In Kano State, during a fighting patrol along the Shadow–Old Kuyello Road in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area, the troops came under attack from armed terrorists.

They responded effectively, leading to the neutralisation of three terrorists and the recovery of one AK-47 rifle, one AK-47 magazine, three rounds of ammunition, and one motorcycle. No casualties were reported among the troops.

In a separate operation on October 30, the same sector recovered 28 cows and 13 sheep that had been abandoned by suspected cattle rustlers in Shanono town, Shanono Local Government Area of Sokoto State. The suspected criminals fled upon sighting the advancing patrol.

The military spokesman, Captain Tamuno Sinivie, stated that efforts were ongoing to hand over the recovered livestock to the appropriate authorities and reaffirmed the task force's commitment to combating terrorism and criminal activities in the North-West.