Troops of the Joint Task Force, Operation Fansan Yamma (OPFY), has neutralised three notorious terrorist kingpins during a carefully planned ambush in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
The ambush was successfully executed between Mallamawa and Mazau villages in the Tsamaye/Mai Lalle District of Sabon Birni Local government on 25 this month.
According to a statement by the Media Information Officer of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Captain David Adewusi, the operation resulted in the killing of Kachalla Nagomma, Gurmu, and Ali Yar Daribiyar three high-profile terrorist leaders.
According to the statement, the Troops also recovered three AK-47 rifles, several magazines, and a motorcycle used by the criminals.
The terrorists, along with their foot soldiers, were reportedly in the area to extort ransom and collect illegal levies imposed on the local population when they were intercepted by the troops.
The successful operation has triggered widespread relief and jubilation among residents of Mai Lalle, Tsamaye, Rimaye, and surrounding communities across Sabon Birni and Goronyo Local governments, who have suffered from the reign of terror imposed by the neutralized bandits.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA reaffirmed its commitment to restoring lasting peace and security across the North West and parts of the North Central region. The Joint Task Force urged members of the public to continue providing credible and timely intelligence to aid ongoing military efforts.
REL/AMINU DALHATU.
