Nigerian troops rescue 12 hostages in Zamfara

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 - Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued 12 civilians during separate operations against terrorists in Kaura Namoda and Tsafe Local Government Areas of Zamfara State.

The operations were carried out on Monday, according to the Media Information Officer of Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja.

Danja said troops first responded to a distress call after terrorists invaded a residence at Tsohon Tasha in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.

He said the troops engaged the terrorists, forcing them to abandon six abducted civilians and escape across a nearby river.

“The six victims were rescued and later taken to safety before being reunited with their families,” the statement said.

In a separate operation in Tsafe Local Government Area, troops monitoring activities along the Main Supply Route spotted terrorists attempting to intercept a Sharon vehicle at Kwanoni Village.

According to Danja, the troops quickly moved to the area and engaged the terrorists.

“The terrorists were forced to abandon the attack and flee into a nearby bush, allowing the troops to rescue six more civilians,” the statement added.

“The two operations demonstrated the commitment of Operation Fansan Yamma to protecting lives and property while disrupting terrorist activities in its area of operation,” it added