By Sabiu Abdullahi
Troops of 1 Division, Sector 1 of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, have foiled a bandit attack and neutralised one suspected terrorist during an operation in the Maraban Rido area of Kaduna State.
The operation followed a distress call received late on January 22, 2026, which reported the presence of armed bandits who had rustled livestock in Anguwan Fulan village within the Rido axis.
Acting on the information, troops moved quickly to the area to set up a snap ambush.On arrival, the troops encountered the fleeing bandits and engaged them with superior firepower.
This forced the attackers to retreat in disarray, with several sustaining gunshot wounds. The troops later extended the operation to nearby forested areas, including the Kankomi forest.
Another encounter occurred around Anguwan Sarki, which was identified as a suspected crossing point.
During the clash, the troops again overwhelmed the terrorists with heavy fire. The criminals abandoned the stolen livestock and fled the area. Some of the rustled animals were recovered during the operation.
Further exploitation of the ambush location in the early hours of January 23, 2026, led to the neutralisation of one terrorist. Troops also recovered two AK-47 rifles, four magazines, and fifteen rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition.
The General Officer Commanding 1 Division of the Nigerian Army and Commander of Sector 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General Abubakar Sadiq Mohammed Wase, commended the troops for their bravery and professionalism during the encounter.
He urged them to maintain the momentum of operations against criminal elements and their hideouts.
The GOC reassured members of the public of the military’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property. He also called on citizens to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies.
The update was signed by Bello Nuradeen, Captain and Acting Staff Officer Grade 2, Community Relations, Army Public Relations, 1 Division Nigerian Army, Sector 1, Operation FANSAN YAMMA.