Troops rescue 48 villagers after Zamfara attack
In Zamfara State, troops from Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued 48 kidnapped villagers after a gun battle with terrorists in Magami village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area. The operation was confirmed by Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, who serves as the Media Information Officer. The military's swift response forced the attackers to flee, leaving their captives behind. One civilian died in the incident, while two others were injured and taken to the hospital.
What happened
- Troops responded to a distress call about a terrorist attack on Magami village in Zamfara State in the early hours of 26 July 2026.
- About 40 armed terrorists invaded the community, rounding up residents with plans to abduct them.
- Soldiers engaged the attackers in a fierce gunfight, leading to the rescue of all 48 kidnapped villagers.
- One civilian was killed and two others sustained gunshot wounds; the injured were taken to the General Hospital, Kaura Namoda.
- The military praised the troops' professionalism and urged the public to provide timely information to help combat terrorism in the region.
