Troops of Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled an attempted mass abduction in Unguwar Rogo Village, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, rescuing nine civilians, including an infant.
The incident occurred on August 16, 2026, after terrorists, reportedly led by suspected kingpin Mallam Shuaibu, attacked civilians travelling along a local route. The terrorists reportedly concealed themselves in a millet farm and opened fire on passing vehicles, forcing some drivers to lose control.
Troops of Sector 2 swiftly responded to the distress call and engaged the terrorists, forcing them to abandon the abduction attempt and flee into the surrounding forest. The operation also followed intelligence suggesting the attack was carried out in reprisal for the recent arrest of suspected collaborators linked to the terrorist network.
Nine civilians were rescued, while two women who sustained gunshot wounds were evacuated and are receiving medical treatment.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA said it remains committed to sustaining pressure on terrorist and criminal networks while protecting civilians and restoring lasting peace and security across the North West.
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