Zamfara – Army Rescues 2 Kidnapped Victims In Forest Raid

Published: Sunday, November 8, 2026

Troops of the Nigerian Army rescued two kidnapped female victims in Zamfara State. The rescue happened on Sunday, November 8, 2026.

Donjoe Media reports that the operation took place on Sunday, November 8, 2026. It was led by the Acting Commander of 1 Brigade, Colonel J. Umaru. It targeted suspected terrorist enclaves around the Gizaza axis and Gando Forest.

For more details about this, you can also visit https://spyetv.com.ng/army-troops-rescue-two-kidnap-victims-during-clearance-operations-in-zamfara/ The troops carried out the operation under Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA.

The troops covered Guruso, Nassarawa, Barayazaki, Masama Mudi, Tunganyara and Gwashi communities. The operation took place in Bukkuyum and Anka Local Government Areas. The advancing troops forced the terrorists to flee their hideouts.

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The rescue happened along the Gando Forest corridor. The troops located the two victims during the operation on Sunday, November 8, 2026. They rescued them alive.

The victims are 20-year-old Ikilima Sani and 18-year-old Shamsiyya Aliyu. The troops gave them immediate attention. Arrangements were made for their return to their families.

The Army said the operation is part of efforts to deny terrorists freedom of movement. The forest corridors are used as bases for kidnapping and other crimes. The troops want to stop the groups from using the forests.

Troops have continued patrols on key transit routes. They are also covering suspected criminal corridors. The aim is to keep commuters and residents safe.

The Army said clearance operations will continue in Zamfara. The operations will also continue in neighbouring states. The goal is to dismantle criminal enclaves and rescue more victims.

Residents have commended the troops for the rescue. They asked the government to sustain the operations. They also asked for more support for troops on the frontline.

The residents also called for care for the rescued victims. They said the victims need medical care and counselling. They said the victims need protection as they return to their communities.

By Jonadab Oluikpe

Published by Donjoe Media.