From Our Correspondent
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, OPFY, neutralised three notorious terrorist kingpins during a successful operation in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State.
The feat was disclosed by a counter-insurgency media expert, Zagazola Makama.
The security expert reported that the operation was conducted on July 25 between Mallamawa and Mazau villages in Tsamaye/Mai Lalle District of Sabon Birni Local Government Area.
According to the report, during the operation, troops neutralised the terrorists identified as Kachalla Nagomma, Gurmu and Ali Yar Daribiyar, and recovered three AK-47 rifles with magazines and a motorcycle.
Sources told Zagazola that the terrorists and their foot soldiers were in the area to collect ransom and illegal levies imposed on residents when the troops ambushed them.
The source stated that the operation has triggered widespread relief and jubilation among residents of Mai Lalle, Tsamaye, Rimaye and nearby communities across Sabon Birni and Goronyo Local Government Areas.
“These terrorists have long tormented the communities with killings, kidnappings and extortion, so this success is a huge morale boost for the people,” the source added.
Troops have continued to intensify kinetic and non-kinetic efforts in synergy with other security agencies and local vigilante groups.
The military urged the public to continue to provide credible and timely information to support them in sustaining the momentum against criminal elements.
