Nigerian Army Neutralizes 23 Terrorists, Rescues 26 Kidnapped Victims

Strategic Insights -

Troops of the Nigerian Army operating under 'Operation Fasan Yamma' have made significant gains in their fight against terrorism, neutralizing 23 terrorists and rescuing 26 kidnapped victims in different operations across the country. The military operation, launched in late 2024, aims to combat banditry and terrorism in the Northwest region. The troops, supported by air and artillery components, made contact with terrorists in Pauwa village, Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, resulting in the death of 23 terrorists. Additionally, four family members of ISWAP/JAS terrorists surrendered to troops in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno, while a suspected terrorist logistics supplier was apprehended in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno.

Key Takeaways:

  • Troops of the Nigerian Army operating under 'Operation Fasan Yamma' neutralized 23 terrorists in a fierce encounter in Pauwa village, Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State.
  • The operation resulted in the rescue of 26 kidnapped victims, including 12 women and 11 children.
  • The troops recovered motorcycles, spare parts, lubricants, farm machinery, and foodstuff from the terrorists.
  • Four family members of ISWAP/JAS terrorists surrendered to troops in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno.
  • A suspected terrorist logistics supplier was apprehended in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno with a mobile phone, wristwatch, and N55,000.
  • Five suspects linked to theft and drug peddling were apprehended during a raid in Adamawa.
  • Troops of Forward Operating Base Malumfashi in Katsina rescued three kidnapped victims at Shaiskawa village, Matazu Local Government Area, after engaging the terrorists in a firefight.
  • Three suspected criminals notoriously involved in phone snatching in the Federal Capital Territory were arrested with four mobile phones and a smartwatch.
  • Troops of Operation SAFE HAVEN mediated in a farmer-herder clash in Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau to avert escalation.

Statistics:

  • 23 terrorists neutralized by Nigerian Army troops in Pauwa village, Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State.
  • 26 kidnapped victims rescued, including 12 women and 11 children.
  • 9 vehicles (motorcycles, farm machinery) destroyed by troops.
  • N55,000 in cash recovered from a suspected terrorist logistics supplier in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno.
  • 4 mobile phones, a smartwatch, and a wristwatch recovered from arrested suspects.

Sources:

  • A credible source at Army Headquarters
  • Defence Headquarters (established Operation 'Fasan Yamma' in late 2024)