Joint Task Force Foils Terrorist Ambush in Zamfara
On October 28, 2026, troops from Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force North-west, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, engaged in a fighting patrol on the Anka–Guruzu road in Zamfara State. They encountered a coordinated ambush by terrorists positioned on both sides of the road.
The troops responded with overwhelming firepower, successfully fighting through the ambush and inflicting heavy casualties on the terrorists, who subsequently withdrew. Following the encounter, the troops regained control of the road, restoring freedom of movement for commuters.
During the firefight, one soldier sustained a gunshot injury and was evacuated for medical attention; he is reported to be in stable condition. The operation also resulted in the rescue of two herders and the recovery of 520 livestock in Sokoto State.
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