Troops of the Joint Task Force Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY) successfully intercepted and neutralized a large group of terrorists advancing from the Baban Doka axis of Maru Local Government Area (LGA) in Zamfara State towards Ragada and Warari communities in Rijau LGA of Niger State.
Media Information Officer, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Capt. David Adewusi, disclosed this known to journalists on Wednesday, 23 July 2025.
The troops, comprising joint teams from the Mariga and Zuru axes, swiftly launched a coordinated assault near Inana Village in Rijau LGA and engaged the terrorists in a fierce firefight.
With support from the Air Component of OPFY which provided vital intelligence, surveillance, and air strikes, the ground troops were enabled to deliver a decisive response that led to the neutralization of several terrorists and the recovery of and numerous motorcycles and communication equipment.
Also recovered were two AK-47 rifles, one magazine loaded with five rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and 18 motorcycles, among other items.
“The successful joint assault thwarted the terrorists’ plans to destabilize the area and rustle livestock. Sadly , one brave soldier was fatally injured during the fire fight,” Adewusi said.
He further added that OPFY remains resolute in its mandate to defeat terrorists and criminal elements operating across the North West and parts of the North Central region.
“We assure the public of our unwavering commitment to achieving this mandate and urge continued cooperation through the provision of credible information that will support ongoing offensive operations”, he stated.
