By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have rescued 14 kidnapped victims and recovered arms, ammunition and a motorcycle during ongoing clearance operations in Faskari Local Government Area of Katsina State.
According to security sources, the troops carried out routine security patrols along the Faskari axis on Sept. 25, 2026, when they intercepted a group of suspected terrorists.
The troops engaged the terrorists and overpowered them, forcing the group to abandon their positions and flee into the surrounding terrain.
During the subsequent clearance operation, the troops rescued 14 kidnapped victims, comprising 12 males and two females.
Preliminary investigation indicated that the victims had been abducted from Anguwan Miko and Tafoki communities, both in Faskari LGA.
The rescued victims are currently receiving medical attention and necessary support before being reunited with their families.
In a related operation within the same area, the troops also foiled an attempted attack by suspected terrorists.
Following the engagement, the troops recovered one AK-47 rifle, some quantity of 7.62mm special ammunition and a motorcycle reportedly used by the suspects.
