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 foiled an attempted infiltration by terrorists, inflicting heavy casualties on the attackers, and rescued nine abducted civilians.

The attempted infiltration incident occurred at about 0140 hours on 2 August 2026, when terrorists attempted to exploit the cover of darkness to breach the military facility.

The Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations, 8 Division, Lt.-Col. Olaniyi Osoba, however, said that troops swiftly detected the hostile movement and responded with coordinated and overwhelming firepower. He said the fierce resistance compelled the terrorists to abandon their mission and withdraw in confusion.

Osoba said the troops were reinforced and launched a hot pursuit of the fleeing terrorists, who had abducted an unspecified number of residents from the surrounding community during the attack, adding that the relentless pursuit led to the rescue of nine abducted locals.

“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.

“Troops have since secured and dominated the area, and are currently conducting exploitation operations to ascertain the full extent of the terrorists’ losses and ensure the safety of the community,” he said.

Osoba added that contrary to rumors circulating online that six personnel died, “only one Army officer and a policeman paid the supreme price”.

According to him, this failed infiltration attempt represents yet another significant operational setback for the terrorists, capping a costly weekend for the group amid intensified military pressure across the North West Theatre. The outcome underscores the increasing difficulty these armed groups face in executing coordinated attacks against highly alert and combat-ready troops, further degrading their combat capability, morale, and freedom of action.

He said Operation Fansan Yamma remains resolute in its commitment to sustaining offensive operations, protecting vulnerable communities, and dismantling terrorist networks until lasting peace and security are fully restored across the North West region.