Troops of the Nigerian Army’s 8 Division Garrison Strike Force, operating under Operation Fansan Yamma (Sector 2), have recorded major successes in an ongoing offensive within the notorious Sububu Forest in Maradun Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

In a statement issued by the Media Information Officer of the operation, Captain David Adewusi, the recent military action led to the neutralisation of six terrorists, the recovery of arms and ammunition, the destruction of terrorist infrastructure, and the rescue of an underage kidnap victim.

According to the statement, the operation began with a targeted assault on Indulumu village in Maradun LGA, where troops engaged and neutralised two terrorists.

It added that the Strike Force, driven by sustained momentum and determination, advanced to Ruduno village, where soldiers encountered additional resistance from terrorist elements as the operation continued.

“In a display of exceptional bravery and tactical prowess, the troops neutralized an additional 4 terrorists, effectively dismantling a key element of the terrorist network recovered arms and ammunitions.

“The mobility instruments of the terrorists’ and logistics of operations were also destroyed on-site, successfully rescued an underage kidnapped victim, identified as Halira Ibrahim bringing an end to her ordeal and offering a beacon of hope to the affected community,” the statement read.

“The operations continued with the destruction of multiple terrorist camps and life support structures in Magaji, Galakaje, Filinga, and Kuka Tara.

“The actions have significantly disrupted the terrorists’ ability to sustain their operations, denying them safe havens and logistics support,” Adewusi said.