Soldier, police officer killed as army rescues nine abductees in Zamfara

Nigerian troops have successfully foiled a terrorist infiltration attempt at a Forward Operating Base in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area, Zamfara State. The operation, part of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, resulted in significant casualties for the attackers and the rescue of nine abducted civilians.

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Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, deployed at the Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Kasuwan Daji, Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara State, have decisively foiled an attempted infiltration by terrorists.

The incident occurred early Saturday morning when terrorists attempted to breach the base at Kasuwan Daji under the cover of darkness. Alert troops detected the movement and responded with coordinated firepower, forcing the terrorists to retreat. Reinforcements arrived, and troops pursued the fleeing attackers, leading to the recovery of nine individuals abducted from nearby communities.

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Alerted troops swiftly detected the hostile movement and responded with coordinated, overwhelming firepower. The fierce resistance compelled the terrorists to abandon their mission and withdraw in confusion.

During the fierce firefight, one Nigerian Army officer and one police officer lost their lives. Two soldiers sustained gunshot wounds and were evacuated for medical treatment, with both reported to be in stable condition. The Army confirmed the successful defense of the base and stated that exploitation operations are ongoing in the area.

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Regrettably, one Army officer and one Police officer paid the supreme price during the heavy firefight. Additionally, two soldiers sustained gunshot wounds and were promptly evacuated by air for advanced medical care; both personnel remain in stable condition.