Soldiers kill 48 terrorists, repel Borno, Yobe attacks

Nigerian Army troops thwarted a suspected terrorist ambush on the Gusau–Sokoto Major Supply Route (MSR) in Zamfara State on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, according to security analyst Zagazola Makama. The attack took place around 5:15 p.m. near Mayanchi village in Maru Local Government Area. Makama reported that 1 Brigade's troops were escorting Headquarters 38 Artillery Brigade personnel when they encountered the threat.

The soldiers engaged the suspected terrorists, causing them to flee in confusion. Following the confrontation, the troops conducted a sweep of the area and recovered a motorcycle, likely abandoned by the attackers. The recovered motorcycle is now in military custody for further investigation and necessary action. Makama emphasized that the troops continue to safeguard military personnel and other road users along the route from terrorist threats.