- Military Troops Record Major Gains, Neutralise Dozens of Terrorists in Northwest
- Operation Fasan Yamma intensified offensive actions, destroying multiple criminal enclaves
- …Terrorist logistics supplier arrested
The military has recorded significant breakthroughs in ongoing counterterrorism operations across the northwest between 17 and 26 November 2025, dealing major setbacks to armed groups, arresting a key arms supplier, rescuing kidnapped victims, and foiling planned attacks.
Eko Hot Blog gathered that troops under Operation Fasan Yamma intensified offensive actions, destroying multiple criminal enclaves and recovering large quantities of arms and ammunition, an indication of renewed military momentum in restoring peace and stability in the region.
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In a weekly briefing, the Director of Defence Media Operations, Major General Michael Onoja, said troops also recovered improvised explosive device components, while several kidnappers, informants and logistics suppliers were arrested during coordinated operations.
The operations covered all Joint Task Force theatres, including the North East (OPHK), North West (OPFY), North Central (OPEP and OPWS), South-South (OPDS) and South East (OPUK).
“Operation Fasan Yamma troops recorded major successes across Zamfara, Kaduna, Kebbi, Katsina, Sokoto and Niger States,” he said.
“Dozens of terrorists were neutralised, fifteen suspects were arrested and thirteen kidnapped victims were rescued.
“A major breakthrough was recorded on 19 November when troops arrested a terrorist logistics supplier in Bukkuyum, Zamfara State, with transaction records showing N4 million used for arms procurement.
“Investigations revealed the suspect was responsible for storing weapons and uniforms belonging to a major terrorist group.
“Additionally, airstrikes conducted on 20 November targeted Pauwa Hill in Kankara Local Government Area of Katsina State, destroying terrorist hideouts and killing scores of fighters.”
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