Nigerian Army Troops Neutralise One Terrorist and Arrest Two Suspects in Katsina and Sokoto

Troops of the Joint Task Force North West, operating under Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralised one terrorist and arrested two suspects in separate operations in Katsina and Sokoto States. The troops recovered two AK 47 rifles, ammunition, a motorcycle and other items during the actions.

On 10 November 2026, troops of Sector 1 received intelligence that armed terrorists were present at Bada’u Gora in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State and were planning attacks on members of the local community. The troops established an ambush along the suspected route. On making contact they engaged the terrorists and neutralised one. Items recovered included one AK 47 rifle, one magazine, six rounds of ammunition, one motorcycle and three mobile phones. No casualties were recorded among the troops.

In a separate operation on 11 November 2026, troops of Sector 2 arrested two suspected terrorists during an intelligence based operation at Bauni Forest in Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Items recovered from the suspects included one AK 47 rifle, one magazine, three rounds of ammunition and the sum of 9,760 naira. Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects, identified as Muhammadu Ali and Umaru Ali, are father and son and are allegedly affiliated with the Lakurawa terrorist group. They remain in custody for further investigation and prosecution.

Operation Fansan Yamma has restated its commitment to rid the Joint Operations Area of terrorists and to safeguard the lives and property of citizens. The public is urged to continue supporting the troops by providing timely and credible information on suspicious activities in their communities.

The information was released on 12 November 2026 by Captain Tamuno Sinivie, Acting Media Information Officer of the Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma.

By A.Ikechukwu

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