Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have delivered a decisive blow to terrorists hiding in Kadam Forest, Sokoto State. Acting on credible intelligence, troops of the COAS Special Intervention Battalion 7 and the 8 Division Strike Team intercepted a gathering of over 100 terrorists linked to the Lakurawa group.
The troops mobilized swiftly, intercepting the terrorists at about 12 noon and forcing them into a fierce gun battle. Despite attempts by the terrorists to launch a counter-attack, the troops held their ground with superior firepower and tactical discipline, neutralizing three terrorists and forcing others to flee with gunshot wounds.
The operation resulted in the recovery of a significant cache of weapons and equipment, including:
- 1 PKT machine gun
- 2 AK-47 rifles
- 350 rounds of PKT ammunition
- 111 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition
- 3 magazines
- 2 communication radios
- 3 motorcycles
- 1 mobile phone
Follow-on operations are ongoing to track down fleeing terrorists and ensure the safety of local residents .
