Troops neutralise terrorist, recover four motorcycles in Katsina

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 1, Joint Task Force North West, Operation Fansan Yamma, have neutralised a terrorist and recovered four motorcycles and other items during a dawn offensive operation in Dan Musa Local Government Area of Katsina State.

The operation was conducted on Sept. 4, 2026, following credible intelligence on the presence of terrorists around the Yantumaki Forest area.

According to security sources, the troops launched a coordinated offensive against the terrorists and engaged them with superior firepower, forcing the surviving elements to flee into the surrounding bushes.

During the subsequent exploitation of the area, the troops confirmed the neutralisation of one terrorist and recovered four motorcycles, one mobile phone and five empty intravenous drip containers.

The recovered medical containers were suspected to have been used in treating wounded terrorists operating in the area.

The operation is part of ongoing efforts by Operation Fansan Yamma to sustain pressure on terrorist networks, degrade their operational capabilities and deny them freedom of movement within the Joint Operations Area.

The theatre has also urged members of the public to continue providing credible and timely information to security agencies to support ongoing operations and facilitate the eradication of terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area.

Troops neutralise terrorist, recover four motorcycles in Katsina

Troops foil Berom Militia attack, recover locally fabricated gun in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 4, Sub-Sector 41, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have foiled an attack by Berom militia at Zakaret Village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3, when troops deployed at Ankwil 2 Guard Location responded to reports of gunshots at the residence of Mr Mubarak Shuaibu.

The troops’ prompt intervention forced the attackers to abandon their mission and flee the area.

During an exploitation of the scene, the troops found Shuaibu with a gunshot wound to his right leg.

The troops also recovered one locally fabricated gun allegedly abandoned by the fleeing attackers.

The injured victim was evacuated to a clinic in Kurra Falls for medical treatment.

The recovered weapon is currently in the custody of the troops for further action, while efforts are ongoing to track and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

Troops foil Berom Militia attack, recover locally fabricated gun in Plateau

Armed militia attack leaves one injured, another dead in Plateau

By: Zagazola Makama

One person has been killed and another injured after suspected armed militias attacked two locals returning from mining activities between Gaude and Mangu Halle in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State.

Zagazola Makama reports that the incident occurred at about 8:10 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 3.

Troops of Sector 8, Sub-Sector 81, deployed at Gyambwas, responded to a distress report on the attack and moved to the area.

On arrival, the troops found one of the victims, identified as Mr Lanyet Bala, with a gunshot wound to his leg, while the attackers had fled the scene.

The troops subsequently launched a search-and-rescue operation for the second victim, identified as Mr Kwonan.

During the operation, the troops discovered Kwonan’s remains within the general area.

The injured victim was evacuated to Allah Nakowa Hospital, Mangu, for medical treatment.

Meanwhile, troops are currently dominating the area and conducting offensive operations and a manhunt for the fleeing attackers.

Security sources said efforts are ongoing to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice.

Armed militia attack leaves one injured, another dead in Plateau