Troops neutralise terrorist, arrest father, son suspected of terrorism in Katsina, Sokoto
JTF Northwest Operations Result in Suspected Terrorist Neutralization and Arrests in Katsina and Sokoto
KATSINA/SOKOTO—Troops from the Joint Task Force Northwest, operating under the code name FANSAN YAMMA, have neutralized a suspected terrorist and arrested two others during recent operations in Katsina and Sokoto states. The missions, conducted on November 10 and 11, were based on actionable intelligence.
According to a statement released on Thursday by Acting Media Information Officer Captain Tamuno Sinivie, the first operation took place in the Bada’u Gora area of Malumfashi Local Government, Katsina State. The task force had received credible reports regarding the presence of armed terrorists in the region, reportedly planning to attack local residents. Troops established an ambush along the suspected route of the armed group.
During the encounter, military personnel engaged the terrorists, resulting in the neutralization of one individual. Recovered items included an AK-47 rifle, a magazine with six rounds of ammunition, a motorcycle, and three mobile phones. The military reported no casualties among its ranks during this operation.
In a subsequent operation, conducted in Bauni Forest within Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State on November 11, troops from Sector 2 apprehended two suspected terrorists. They recovered another AK-47 rifle, a magazine, three rounds of ammunition, and cash totaling N9,760. Preliminary investigations have identified the suspects as Muhammadu Ali and his son, Umaru Ali, who are alleged members of the Lakurawa terrorist group.
Both suspects are currently in military custody, and authorities are continuing their investigations in preparation for possible prosecution.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA remains committed to addressing terrorism threats in the region and enhancing the security of local communities. The military has urged the public to assist security agencies by reporting any suspicious activities or movements in their areas.
