Troops recover and safely dispose terrorist-planted IED in Zamfara
Troops of Joint Task Force North West Operation FANSAN YAMMA has recorded another operational success in Zamfara State with the recovery and safe disposal of a terrorist-planted Improvised Explosive Device (IED) along a major access route in Bukkuyum Local Government Area on 27 August 2026.
Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Media Information Officer, Lt. Col. Aliyu Danja, confirmed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Friday.
Lt. Col. Danja said the troops of Sector 2, acting on credible information, swiftly responded to reports of an IED planted along the Gurusu–Gwashi Road.
He said the troops identified the explosive device, secured the area to prevent harm to road users and successfully facilitated the safe disposal of the IED by an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) team.
Following the operation, the military spokesman said the troops sustained aggressive patrols in the general area to deny terrorists freedom of action.
He said the successful operation underscored the commitment of Operation FANSAN YAMMA to protecting lives, safeguarding critical routes and countering the evolving tactics of terrorist elements across the Joint Operations Area.
The Joint Task Force urged members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious objects or activities to security agencies, as timely information continues to play a vital role in preventing attacks and enhancing public safety.
