Troops of Sector 2, Joint Task Force North West Operation Fansan Yamma, (JTF NW OPFY), have recorded another significant operational success, dismantling a criminal syndicate involved in the manufacture and supply of locally fabricated firearms to terrorist groups operating in Kebbi State.

Acting on credible intelligence, the troops conducted a carefully planned operation on a secluded compound deliberately concealed by the suspects to evade security detection. During a thorough search of the premises, troops recovered five locally fabricated AK-47 rifles and arrested two suspected arms manufacturers and suppliers.

This was contained in a statement issued by the Media Information Officer, Joint Task Force north-west OPFY, Lt. Colonel Aliyu Danja and made available to newsmen in Gusau, Zamfara State capital.

According to the statement, the operation, conducted in close collaboration with other security agencies, highlights the growing effectiveness of inter-agency cooperation in ongoing efforts to disrupt terrorist logistics and degrade criminal networks across the North-West.

“The successful raid represents another major step in Operation Fansan Yamma’s sustained campaign to curb the proliferation of illicit arms and deny terrorists access to weapons used to perpetrate violence”, the statement noted

The arrested suspects are currently in military custody and undergoing preliminary interrogation, while investigations have commenced to identify and apprehend other members of the syndicate, uncover their financiers and collaborators, and dismantle the entire illegal arms supply network.

The statement added that the Theatre Command commended the professionalism and commitment of the troops and partner security agencies involved in the operation.

It further urges residents of the North-West to remain vigilant and continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies, as public cooperation remains vital to sustaining ongoing efforts to eliminate criminal elements and enhance security across the region.