Troops score major victory against terrorists in Kadam Forest, Sokoto

Troops score major victory against terrorists in Kadam Forest, Sokoto

By: Zagazola Makama

Troops of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Special Intervention Battalion 7, in collaboration with the 8 Division Strike Team under the Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have recorded a significant operational success following a decisive engagement with a notorious terrorist network in Kadam Forest, Tangaza Local Government Area, Sokoto State.

Zagazola report that the operation was launched after credible intelligence revealed that over 100 terrorists, linked to the Lakurawa extremist group, had gathered deep within Kadam Forest to plan attacks on local communities and transport kidnapped victims to their hideouts.

Acting on the intelligence, troops swiftly mobilised to intercept the terrorist movement, establishing contact at approximately 1200 hours.

The ensuing firefight was intense and sustained, with the terrorists attempting a rear-flanking manoeuvre. Troops responded decisively with superior firepower, maintaining tactical dominance and effectively neutralising the immediate threat.

Exploitation operations into the forest confirmed the neutralisation of three terrorists, while several others were believed to have sustained gunshot injuries during their escape.

Security forces recovered one PKT machine gun, two AK-47 rifles, 350 rounds of PKT ammunition, 111 rounds of 7.62 special ammunition, three magazines, two radios, three motorcycles, and a mobile phone. Follow-up operations are ongoing to ascertain additional enemy casualties and recover further arms and equipment.

The Force Commander of Operation FANSAN YAMMA praised the troops’ professionalism and high morale, describing the engagement as a testament to the effectiveness of intelligence-driven, joint security operations in degrading terrorist networks and disrupting their operational capabilities.

He emphasised that aggressive patrols and sustained operations would continue across the general area to prevent fleeing terrorists from regrouping and launching further attacks on communities and transport routes.

“The commitment and courage of our troops remain unwavering. Operations like this demonstrate that the security of citizens is our priority, and we will continue to disrupt and dismantle terrorist networks wherever they operate,” the commander said.

The operation has reinforced confidence among residents of Tangaza and surrounding areas, highlighting the Nigerian Army’s resolve to ensure safety and stability across Sokoto State.

Troops score major victory against terrorists in Kadam Forest, Sokoto