Troops neutralise terrorist, rescue six kidnap victims in Sokoto, Zamfara

Soldiers from Operation Fansan Yamma have foiled two separate abduction attempts in Zamfara State. The operations took place in Maru and Tsafe Local Government Areas.

According to the Daily Post Nigeria, the incidents occurred on September 27, 2026. In the first incident, troops responded to reports of gunfire along the Tsafe–Funtua Road. They engaged the armed bandits in a brief exchange of fire, forcing them to flee. Before the troops arrived, the attackers had set fire to a commercial vehicle, but its occupants were evacuated safely. Six persons travelling in another vehicle that reportedly lost control during the attack were also rescued.

Ten victims were rescued in total. Three were rescued at the scene in a second operation at Kade Daba village, while a follow-up search led to the recovery of another victim. The rescued victims are receiving necessary care and assessment before being reunited.

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