The Air Component of the Joint Task Force, Operation Hadarin Daji (OPFY), has recorded another significant operational success following precision airstrikes on a gathering of terrorists at the foot of Asola Hills, in Yankuzo Ward, Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
According to a statement released by OPFY’s media information officer, Major Devid Adewusi, the airstrike was conducted based on credible intelligence indicating a large convergence of terrorists for a wedding ceremony. The targets reportedly included fighters from the Faskari and Kankara axis of Katsina State, as well as elements from across Zamfara State.
The operation resulted in the neutralization of at least 30 terrorists, while many others sustained critical injuries. Sources from the area reported that wounded fighters were evacuated by their comrades to Yankuzo village for treatment.
In a follow-up operation, troops of 1 Brigade under Sector 2 of OPFY encountered and successfully fought through a terrorist ambush en route to the village, further disrupting enemy movements.
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Major Adewusi confirmed that the combined aerial and ground operations dealt a heavy blow to the terror cells operating in the region. “Locals and other reliable sources have confirmed that no fewer than 30 terrorists were neutralized during the air interdiction and subsequent ground assault,” he said.
In addition, four suspected terrorist collaborators from Kunchin Kalgo village, also in Tsafe LGA, sustained severe injuries during the operation.
The successful mission has brought much-needed relief to residents of Yankuzo, Tsafe, and surrounding communities, who have endured repeated attacks in recent months.
OPFY reiterated its commitment to restoring peace and stability across Zamfara and the wider North West region, urging continued cooperation from local communities.
