Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have killed notorious terrorist kingpin Sani Rusu and other terrorists in separate operations in Zamfara State.
Head of the Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Fansan Yamma, Lt.-Col. Abubakar Abdullahi disclosed this in a statement on Monday.
According to Abdullahi, troops of the Nigerian Army patrolled Bamamu Village in Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA) on Jan 4, where they encountered and killed Rusu.
The statement added that on the same day, troops ambushed Kwanar Jollof, another terrorist in Shinkafi LGA, following credible intelligence about terrorist activities in the area.
“During the operation, several terrorists were neutralized, while others sustained fatal injuries. Troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle, one G3 rifle, 8 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, 4 rounds of 7.62mm NATO ammunition, 3 magazines, and 3 motorcycles,” the statement said.
He said that the Air Component of Operation Fansan Yamma intensified strikes on terrorist enclaves, including those led by notorious kingpins Bello Turji and Ibrahim Chumo.
On December 30, the Air Component conducted precision airstrikes on a terrorist meeting between the Fakai and Kware areas in Shinkafi LGA; however, intelligence by the Army revealed that Turji and his fighters had convened in the area.
“In a follow-up operation on Jan. 2, 2025, airstrikes targeted Maikaman Rini in Sububu Forest in support of ground troops advancing on Chumo’s camp,” the statement said.
On January 5, the troops launched an offensive on Turji’s camp in Chida, Shinkafi LGA, resulting in significant casualties and the destruction of hideouts.
Abdullahi reiterated the commitment of Operation Fansan Yamma to neutralise terrorist threats and restore peace to the region.
“The Joint Task Force appreciates the continued support of the local communities and encourages further cooperation to achieve its mandate,” he said.
