Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 10 civilians in separate operations across Sokoto, Kebbi and Zamfara States.

The operations were confirmed in a statement signed by the Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja.

In Sokoto State, troops on patrol in Isa Local Government Area encountered a terrorist ambush. The statement said the troops responded swiftly, forcing the terrorists to flee. 

Five civilians were rescued during the encounter. Two motorcycles abandoned by the fleeing terrorists were also recovered.

In Kebbi State, troops acting on credible intelligence rescued three kidnapped victims in Danko Wasagu Local Government Area. 

The victims were profiled and handed over to the appropriate local authorities.

In Zamfara State, troops responding to reports of terrorist activities in Tsafe Local Government Area forced the terrorists to flee. Two captives were abandoned in the process. 

The two victims sustained gunshot wounds and have been evacuated to a medical facility for urgent treatment. Efforts are ongoing to track the fleeing terrorists.

The Theatre Command commended the troops for their vigilance and swift response. 

It reaffirmed its determination to sustain pressure on terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area.

The Command also urged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security forces to support ongoing operations and enhance the protection of lives and property.

Source: Nigeria Army.