Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued two men who were abducted along the Dandume–Damari axis in Katsina State, dealing another blow to terrorist networks operating in the North-West region. The operation, conducted on the evening of Thursday, September 3, 2026, by troops of Sector 2, 17 Brigade, saw the security forces encounter an armed group during a counter-terrorism operation in Sabuwa Local Government Area. The troops engaged the suspected terrorists with superior firepower, forcing them to retreat into the surrounding terrain.
Following the fierce encounter, troops conducted a follow-up search of the area and the escape route taken by the fleeing terrorists, leading to the discovery and rescue of two male victims who had been held captive. The rescued men were abducted along the Dandume–Damari axis and are currently receiving necessary care and assessment before being reunited with their families. In addition to the rescue, troops recovered two motorcycles reportedly used by the terrorists to conduct their criminal activities.
The latest operation is part of the ongoing efforts by Operation FANSAN YAMMA to disrupt terrorist and bandit networks and restore lasting peace across the North-West. The military has maintained a heightened state of vigilance in the general area to safeguard local communities and prevent further attacks and criminal activities along critical transit corridors. The successful rescue follows a similar operation on the same day when troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA also rescued 23 abducted civilians in Zamfara State. In that operation, troops on combat patrol around the outskirts of Wuya Town encountered a group of terrorists and secured the release of 23 kidnapped civilians who had been held in captivity for about three weeks.
The rescue operations underscore the military's resolve to sustain pressure on criminal networks and protect citizens across the North-West region. The troops have been commended for their swift response and professionalism, which ensured the safe rescue of the victims without any casualties. As the military continues its offensive against terrorist and bandit networks, the hope is that such operations will bring lasting peace and security to communities that have long suffered from the scourge of banditry and kidnapping.
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