Troops overrun Lakurawa terrorist enclave in Sokoto, recover weapons, motorcycles

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, the Joint Task Force North-West, have entered and cleared a Lakurawa terrorist base in Waria Forest, located in Sokoto State's Tangaza Local Government Area, on October 15, 2026. Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the Media Information Officer for the Joint Task Force (North-West), reported that during intense combat, the troops outmatched the terrorists with superior weaponry, compelling them to vacate their positions and retreat further into the forest.

Following the initial engagement, soldiers continued their pursuit, eliminating some of the fleeing terrorists. Subsequent reconnaissance of the area resulted in the obliteration of the terrorists' encampments, their life-support systems, and the seizure of weapons and five motorcycles. The Theatre Command expressed pride in the troops' bravery, resilience, and unwavering dedication to duty.

Additionally, it urged the public to assist ongoing operations by supplying timely and reliable information about any dubious movements or activities within their communities.