By HABIBU HARISU

Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have neutralised bandits and dismantled their hideouts in the highlands bordering Zamfara, around Dangulbi and Kurawa villages in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

A reliable security source disclosed the major operational successes to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Saturday in Sokoto.

The source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said several bandits, including kingpins, were killed while numerous others escaped with gunshot wounds.

The source further disclosed that the operation was conducted on June 4, in collaboration with other security agencies and local vigilantes in the area, assuring that the tempo would be sustained.

“The swift response, professionalism, and courage displayed by our military personnel averted what could have been a tragic incident.

“Let me once again reaffirm our commitment to protecting the lives and property of the citizenry.

“The army engaged them in a fierce battle. The bandits later retreated and fled into forests in neighbouring states.

“Soldiers also recovered several weapons and motorcycles,” the source confirmed.

Although not authorised to speak on the matter, the source revealed that the terrorists suffered heavy losses adding that the operation was carried out by personnel of 8 Division, Operation Fansan Yamma.

NAN recalls that the Special Adviser to Gov. Ahmad Aliyu on Security Matters, retired Col. Ahmad Usman, and other citizens commended the Nigerian Army for the significant successes recorded against bandits in the state. (NAN)