Troops foil terrorist attack in Zamfara, recover corpses

Metro Troops foil terrorist attack in Zamfara, recover corpses Published on March 27, 2026 By Matthew Atungwu googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have foiled a terrorist attack on Maiwa village in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State, following a swift response to a distress call. This was made known in a post on X by Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency and security expert in the Lake Chad region. Makama stated that the troops moved to the scene at about 5:30 pm on March 25 after reports of an ongoing attack. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); Upon arrival, the troops reportedly met local vigilantes already engaged in a firefight with the assailants. According to sources, the troops reinforced the vigilantes, a move that forced the attackers to withdraw into the surrounding bush. A security source stressed that during subsequent exploitation of the area, the troops discovered that two villagers had been killed during the exchange of fire. “Troops maintained a sustained presence in the area and continued aggressive patrols aimed at denying the terrorists freedom of movement and preventing further attacks,” Makama said. Don't Miss Police confirm arrest of suspect behind Aso conflict near Abuja, reveal casualty figures You may like Peace returning to most Zamfara communities, displaced residents back – Police claims 2027: Lawal, Matawalle alliance will boost stability in Zamfara – APC group Troops arrest 98 illegal miners in FCT, recover equipment Troops repel attack on illegal mining site in Plateau Again, troops neutralize one terrorist in Kogi, recover arms Troops restore calm after Taraba market clash

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