Soldiers kill three terrorists in Kaduna, Sokoto, recover cows, sheep

On October 30, 2026, troops from the Joint Task Force North West, operating under the code name Operation FANSAN YAMMA, engaged in a gun battle with suspected terrorists in Birnin Gwari Local Government Area (LGA) of Kaduna State. The operation resulted in the death of three individuals identified as terrorists during the confrontation.

The troops successfully recovered an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, a motorcycle, and livestock, including cows and sheep, during the operation. Officials from the military confirmed the neutralization of the three terrorists, emphasizing the ongoing efforts to combat terrorism in the region. The current situation remains under control as the military continues its operations to ensure the safety and security of the area.

Reported by Nigerian Tribune, Punch, Daily Post.