Terrorist Kingpin Sani Rusu Killed In Zamfara

Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have killed infamous terrorist kingpin Sani Rusu and different terrorists in separate operations in Zamfara State.

Head of the Joint Media Coordination Centre, Operation Fansan Yamma, Lt.-Col. Abubakar Abdullahi disclosed this in an announcement on Monday.

In accordance with Abdullahi, troops of the Nigerian Military patrolled Bamamu Village in Tsafe Native Authorities Space (LGA) on Jan 4, the place they encountered and killed Rusu.

The assertion added that on the identical day, troops ambushed Kwanar Jollof, one other terrorist in Shinkafi LGA, following credible intelligence about terrorist actions within the space.

“Through the operation, a number of terrorists have been neutralized, whereas others sustained deadly accidents. Troops additionally recovered one AK-47 rifle, one G3 rifle, 8 rounds of seven.62mm particular ammunition, 4 rounds of seven.62mm NATO ammunition, 3 magazines, and three bikes,” the assertion mentioned.

He mentioned that the Air Part of Operation Fansan Yamma intensified strikes on terrorist enclaves, together with these led by infamous kingpins Bello Turji and Ibrahim Chumo.

On December 30, the Air Part carried out precision airstrikes on a terrorist assembly between the Fakai and Kware areas in Shinkafi LGA; nevertheless, intelligence by the Military revealed that Turji and his fighters had convened within the space.

“In a follow-up operation on Jan. 2, 2025, airstrikes focused Maikaman Rini in Sububu Forest in assist of floor troops advancing on Chumo’s camp,” the assertion mentioned.

On January 5, the troops launched an offensive on Turji’s camp in Chida, Shinkafi LGA, leading to important casualties and the destruction of hideouts.

Abdullahi reiterated the dedication of Operation Fansan Yamma to neutralise terrorist threats and restore peace to the area.

“The Joint Job Drive appreciates the continued assist of the native communities and encourages additional cooperation to realize its mandate,” he mentioned.