Soldiers rescue hostages and destroy bandit camp in Zamfara
Troops from the Nigerian Army have carried out a successful operation against terrorists in Zamfara. The operation led to the rescue of three kidnapped victims and the destruction of a bandits’ camp. According to an official report, the troops engaged the terrorists in a firefight and recovered several weapons and items. The military has pledged to continue its efforts to restore peace in the region.
What happened
- Troops of Sector 2, Operation Fansan Yamma, killed a terrorist and rescued three kidnapped victims in Zamfara.
- The operation was conducted on June 12 across communities in Zurmi and Shinkafi Local Government Areas.
- Soldiers recovered rifles, ammunition, motorcycles, mobile phones, and other items from the scene.
- The bandits’ camp was destroyed after the terrorists abandoned it and fled.
- The military reaffirmed its commitment to ongoing operations to dismantle terrorist and bandit groups in Zamfara and the North-West.
