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End of Terror: How Operation Fansan Yanma Troops Eliminated Notorious Bandit Kachallah Dan Isihu
End of Terror: How Operation Fansan Yanma Troops Eliminated Notorious Bandit Kachallah Dan Isihu
By Zagazola Makama
For years, Kachallah Dan Isihu was a name that struck fear into communities across Zamfara, Katsina, and parts of Kaduna State.
A ruthless warlord, he led deadly raids, ambushed security forces, and masterminded kidnappings and cattle rustling operations, leaving a trail of blood and destruction. But his reign of terror has finally come to an end eliminated in a decisive military operation by troops of Operation Fansan Yanma.
The Man Behind the Mayhem
Kachallah Dan Isihu was not just a bandit; he was a symbol of organized terror in the North-West. His network controlled key supply routes for arms and ransom payments, while his fighters, numbering in the hundreds, enforced his rule over villages, collecting illegal taxes and executing those who resisted. Dan Isuhu was a key player on the Kidnap of the train Victims in Kaduna. He received N800 million from the proceeds of the negotiations.
His criminal activities peaked during Ramadan, when he intensified attacks, killing at least one person daily as part of what he reportedly called a “personal obligation.”
In the weeks leading up to his death, Dan Isihu orchestrated multiple attacks that put him at the top of the security forces’ most-wanted list. Among them were: A twin attack on Tsafe town that led to the death of the Tsafe Local Government Security Chief, vigilante members, and security operatives. Daily ambushes on the Tsafe-Yankara highway, where he and his men intercepted and terrorized travelers, conducting up to seven attacks in a single day. Coordinated raids on rural communities, burning homes and forcing entire villages to flee.
Dan Isihu was emboldened by his ties to Ado Alero, a notorious bandit leader who had been declared wanted by the Katsina State Government with a ₦5 million bounty on his head. The endgame for Dan Isihu began when military intelligence tracked his movements to a well-fortified camp in the forests of Zamfara, a known base for his operations. Under Operation Fansan Yanma, a special task force comprising elite ground troops, Air Force fighter jets, and tactical reconnaissance teams launched a targeted assault.
According to military sources, the offensive was swift and devastating: Aerial bombardments neutralized key positions, cutting off escape routes. Ground forces launched a simultaneous attack, engaging Dan Isihu’s fighters in a fierce gun battle. After hours of resistance, Dan Isihu was eliminated, along with dozens of his fighters, in an operation that left no room for his survival. He was initially wounded but later died at Danjibga forest.
Military officer who participated in the mission described the moment they confirmed Dan Isihu’s death: “We knew the battle was over when his men started fleeing in disarray. We have been battling with them for the past four days. We learnt he was wounded but he later died this evening.
The elimination of Dan Isihu is a major victory in the fight against banditry in the North-West.
For residents of Zamfara, Katsina, and Kaduna, the fall of Dan Isihu offers a rare moment of relief, but security forces remain on high alert. The military has vowed to sustain its offensive until all criminal elements are wiped out.
As Nigeria continues its battle against insecurity, the success of Operation Fansan Yanma stands as proof that banditry is not invincible, and with sustained military action, peace can return to the troubled North-West.
End of Terror: How Operation Fansan Yanma Troops Eliminated Notorious Bandit Kachallah Dan Isihu
Troops Repel Bandit Attack in Katsina, Pursue Fleeing Suspects
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have successfully repelled an attack by armed bandits who invaded Sabon Layi and Kakumi villages, firing sporadically, in an attempt to terrorize residents.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the attack occurred at about 10:00 a.m. on Friday, prompting an immediate response from combined troops comprising Nigerian Army, personnel of the Police Mobile Force (PMF)and vigilant group in Kankara Local Government Area.
The troops engaged the bandits in a fierce gun battle, forcing them to retreat with varying degrees of injuries.
No casualties were recorded among the security forces or civilians.
Troops Repel Bandit Attack in Katsina, Pursue Fleeing Suspects
Special Forces Troops Intercept Terrorists Planting IEDs in Zamfara
By Zagazola Makama
Special Forces Troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA have intercepted terrorists attempting to plant Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) along a strategic route in Gando Forest, Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the troops, operating under Operation TSAFTA DAJI III Phase 3, launched an ambush when they encountered a group of terrorists laying IEDs.
On sighting the advancing troops, the terrorists fled into the forest under the cover of darkness, abandoning their explosives and equipment.
Recovered items include: One motorcycle, Three 25-litre jerrycans filled with IED components, 300 meters of sapper cable, one DET 33 electric detonator and one hoe used for planting explosives.
The Nigerian military has continued to maintain an aggressive posture against terrorists and criminal elements in Zamfara State, with Operation FANSAN YANMA and Operation TSAFTA DAJI III targeting bandit strongholds across Anka, Bagega, and Bukkuyum axis.
Special Forces Troops Intercept Terrorists Planting IEDs in Zamfara
Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Dogo Wise Killed in Zamfara Rival Clash
By Zagazola Makama
A violent clash between rival bandit factions has resulted in the killing of notorious bandit leader Kachalla Dogo Wise in Zamfara State, sources familiar with the incident have confirmed to Zagazola Makama.
According to the source Dogo Wise was killed by another bandit commander, Kachalla Sa’idu Kanin Na Eka, following a dispute over ransom money. The deadly confrontation occurred at Dutsin Daru, Maradun Local Government Area.
Security sources revealed that the conflict erupted after Kachalla Dogo Wise allegedly seized ransom money that was meant for Kachalla Sa’idu Kanin Na Eka. The money was reportedly delivered by families of kidnapped victims, but Wise took full possession of it, refusing to share it with Kanin Na Eka.
Feeling betrayed, Kachalla Sa’idu Kanin Na Eka ambushed and killed Dogo Wise in retaliation, a move that has heightened tensions within the criminal underworld in Zamfara State.
“These bandits have no loyalty among themselves. When money is involved, they turn against each other. Dogo Wise made the mistake of crossing Sa’idu Kanin Na Eka, and it cost him his life.” sad the sources.
Meanwhile, following Dogo Wise’s killing, another powerful bandit leader, Kachalla Jimmu Sumoli, has vowed to avenge his death.
Jimmu Sumoli, a feared commander operating in Zamfara and parts of Sokoto State, reportedly declared that he would retaliate against Sa’idu Kanin Na Eka and his followers.
Source in Maradun LGA confirmed that Sumoli’s men have already begun mobilizing for a possible counterattack,
Implications for Security in Zamfara
The killing of Kachalla Dogo Wise adds to the growing infighting among bandit factions in the North-West, a trend that could weaken their operational strength but also trigger more brutal retaliatory attacks.
“While their internal conflicts reduce their cohesion, it also makes them more unpredictable and dangerous. We are closely monitoring the situation to prevent further violence spilling into communities.” said a military sources.
Notorious Bandit Leader Kachalla Dogo Wise Killed in Zamfara Rival Clash
Troops Repel Bandit Attack in Katsina, Pursue Fleeing Suspects
Special Forces Troops Intercept Terrorists Planting IEDs in Zamfara
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