Nigerian army intensify offensive in North West, neutralises terrorists, recovers weapons

Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA, under the Joint Task Force North West, have maintained sustained pressure on terrorist elements in the region, recording major operational gains during coordinated offensives carried out between January 21 and 22, 2026.

In a statement released on Thursday, the operation’s Media Information Officer, Captain David Adewusi, said the troops conducted several fighting patrols across the Joint Operations Area, resulting in the neutralisation of terrorists and the recovery of weapons.

According to the statement, troops of the 8 Division Garrison Strike Force, supported by Department of State Services (DSS) assets, engaged terrorists in Gundumi Village, Isa Local Government Area.

“During the encounter, troops neutralised one of the terrorists, while others fled into the forest with gunshot wounds,” Adewusi said.

He disclosed that the troops recovered six AK-47 rifles and three motorcycles from the scene of the encounter.

In a related development, troops of 1 Brigade, working with the Headquarters JTF OPFY Mobile Strike Team, acted on credible intelligence indicating that wounded terrorists were receiving medical treatment inside Bingi Forest.

“The troops swiftly moved to the location and discovered a makeshift medical facility used by the terrorists,” the statement said.

Captain Adewusi added that the facility was subsequently destroyed, dealing “a significant blow to the terrorists’ support system and logistics.”

He noted that the continued operational gains underscore the commitment of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to dismantling terrorist networks and restoring stability in the region.

“The sustained successes recorded reflect the unwavering determination and responsiveness of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to decisively degrade terrorist networks and restore peace and security across the North West,” he stated.