By Gabriel Ameh
Troops of the Nigerian military under Operation FANSAN YAMMA have repelled successive terrorist attacks on communities in Zamfara State, while coordinated airstrikes reportedly neutralised scores of armed fighters attempting to move suspected rustled cattle out of the affected areas.
The military also recorded operational successes in Kaduna State, where troops neutralised one suspected terrorist and recovered two locally fabricated rifles, motorcycles, mobile phones and other items during separate operations.
The operations, conducted on November 14, 2026, were part of ongoing military efforts to weaken terrorist networks, protect vulnerable communities and restrict the movement of armed groups across Nigeria’s North-West region.
In Zamfara State, troops of Sector 2 responded to attacks by motorcycle-riding terrorists on Wuya and Yarzabia communities in Anka Local Government Area.
The troops engaged the attackers, forcing them to retreat. However, the assailants reportedly regrouped and launched another wave of attacks but were again repelled by the soldiers, who maintained their defensive positions.
Reinforcements later arrived and extended security operations to neighbouring communities. Troops also intensified patrols to prevent further attacks and reassure residents.
In a coordinated air-ground operation, the Air Component of Operation FANSAN YAMMA deployed a combat aircraft to support ground troops responding to the attacks.
During the mission, the aircraft reportedly identified a group of terrorists attempting to move a large herd of suspected rustled cattle away from the affected communities.
The targets were subsequently engaged in multiple airstrikes, which, according to the military, resulted in the neutralisation of scores of terrorists.
Military Operations in Kaduna
In a separate operation in Kaduna State, troops of Sector 1 acted on intelligence about suspected terrorist activities around farmlands in Aguba Village, Kajuru Local Government Area.
The soldiers conducted a fighting patrol and encountered the armed group, leading to a gun battle in which one suspected terrorist was neutralised while others escaped.
A search of the area led to the recovery of two locally fabricated rifles, a mobile phone, substances suspected to be cannabis and other illicit drugs, as well as recharge cards.
In another operation along Buruku-Kaduna Road, troops responding to intelligence about terrorist movements encountered armed elements and engaged them in a firefight.
The armed men reportedly fled into a nearby forest after being overwhelmed by the troops’ response, abandoning two motorcycles which were recovered by the soldiers.
The military said troops had continued pursuit and follow-up operations to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent them from regrouping.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA described the operations as part of its determination to sustain pressure on terrorist groups, protect vulnerable communities and create a safer environment for farming and other economic activities across the North-West.
The Theatre Command commended the troops for their resilience and urged them to maintain the operational momentum.
It also appealed to residents to provide timely and credible information to security agencies, assuring the public of its continued commitment to restoring peace and security across the region.
Source: Operation FANSAN YAMMA, as reported by NewsPeg Magazine.
