Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded another significant operational success in Katsina State, neutralizing 2 terrorist commanders during an intelligence-led operation in Matazu Local Government Area
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA recorded further operational successes in Zamfara and Sokoto States, foiling separate terrorist abduction attempts, rescuing 16 civilians and repelling a terrorist attack on 28 August 2026.
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded further operational successes in Zamfara State by thwarting a weapons smuggling attempt and rescuing 6 kidnapped victims in two separate operations conducted on August 23, 2026.
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA have recorded another significant intelligence-led operational success with the interception of 3 disassembled canoes reportedly procured by notorious terrorist leader Shehu Bagewaye to facilitate the movement of his fighters across riverine areas in Zamfara State.
The Theatre Commander, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), Major General WB Idris, has called for sustained military-media collaboration to enhance ongoing counter-terrorism operations and efforts towards restoring lasting peace and security across Zamfara state and the entire North West region.
Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have successfully rescued two kidnapped persons during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State. As disclosed in a statement by Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja Media, information communication officer JTF, Northwest OPFY and made available to Journalists in Gusau.
Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have successfully rescued two kidnapped persons during a fighting patrol in Zamfara State. The rescue operation occurred on the morning of 29 July 2026, when troops deployed at Gwashi were conducting a fighting patrol at a terrorists' enclave in the area. During the patrol, troops rescued Lance Corporal Basiru Labbo, who was abducted on 22 July 2026 along the Zuru–Anka road, as well as Lauwali Dan Ada, a ci
The Troops of the Joint Task Force in the North West under Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 48 kidnapped victims following a swift response to a terrorist attack on Magami village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, in the early hours of Sunday being 26 July 2026.
The Theatre Commander (TC), Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), Major General WB Idris, has commended the Commandant and management of Command Science Secondary School (Girls), Gusau (CSSSG), for their commitment to improving the standard of education and infrastructure at the institution.
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Troops of Joint Task Force, North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY) have recorded another series of operational successes across Katsina and Zamfara States, frustrating coordinated terrorist activities and recovering arms and equipment across the Joint Operations Area. The operations, conducted on 2 July 2026, underscore the sustained determination of the JTF to protect lives, safeguard communities, and maintain pressure on terrorist groups operating within the North West.
The Joint Task Force under Operation Hadin Kai in the North East has successfully rescued six additional abducted persons comprising four adults and two infants at Talakawa in Chibok Local Government Area of Borno State.
Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have recorded another significant operational success, dismantling a criminal syndicate involved in the manufacture and supply of locally fabricated firearms to terrorist groups operating in Kebbi State.
The Defence Headquarters says in the month of June and second quarter of this year 2026, its troops across various threatres of operations have neutralized 662 terrorists, arrested 1,084 suspects, rescued 951 kidnapped victims, and 39 insurgents surrendered.
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Troops of the Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY) have sustained the tempo of offensive operations against terrorist elements and bandit syndicates across the North West geopolitical zone.
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has hosted the Induction and Orientation Programme for members of the Military Staff Committee (MSC) of the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (PSC), Reaffirmed Nigeria's unwavering commitment in promoting peace, security and stability across Africa.
Troops of Operation HADIN KAI have arrested two suspected Boko Haram logistics suppliers and recovered a large quantity of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) during a snap checkpoint operation in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State.
The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says between 18 and 25 of June 2026, its troops have neutralized several terrorists, arrested other suspects,and rescued 68 kidnapped victims across all operational theaters in the country.
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Waidi Shaibu, has approved a strategic reshuffling of senior officers across key operational, command, training and staff appointments within the Nigerian Army (NA) as part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness, strengthen national security and consolidate the Army's capacity to address emerging security challenges across the country.
Troops of 222 Battalion, in collaboration with local vigilantes, have conducted a fighting patrol to Bazamri Village in Konduga Local Government Area of Borno State following intelligence reports of suspected terrorist activity.
Troops OF Sector 2 Operation FANSAN YAMMA in a sustained effort to rid the North West region of terrorism and banditry have recorded another significant operational successes. Through a series of coordinated offensive operations across Sokoto and Katsina States, the gallant troops neutralised armed terrorists, foiled a terrorist attack and thwarted a kidnapping attempt and recovered large cache of arms and rustled livestock.
In sustained efforts to combat terrorism and other criminality within the North West region and beyond, troops of Sector 1, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have recorded notable operational gains in a series of coordinated operations across Kaduna State, disrupting criminal activities, apprehending suspected bandits, recovering rustled livestock and restoring public order in affected communities.
Troops of Sector 1 and Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recorded another series of operational successes in separate intelligence-driven operations conducted across Kaduna and Zamfara States, further demonstrating their unwavering commitment to protecting the lives and property of citizens and denying terrorists and other criminal elements freedom of action.
Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have successfully rescued 22 kidnapped victims in separate operations conducted in Sabon Birni and Isa Local Government Areas of Sokoto State, further demonstrating their commitment to protecting the lives and property of the citizenry and ensuring the security of communities across the theatre of operations.
