Troops Rescue 2 Kidnapped Women In Zamfara Forest Raid

Troops have rescued two kidnapped women in Zamfara State during a clearance operation in the forest.

Donjoe Media reports that the rescue happened on Saturday, November 8, 2026, in Bukkuyum and Anka Local Government Areas, around the Gizaza axis and Gando Forest.

The two victims were identified as Ikilima Sani, 20, and Shamsiyya Aliyu, 18. Both women were found alive and were secured by the troops.

The operation was carried out by troops of Sector 2, Operation FANSAN YAMMA. The troops were led by the Acting Commander of 1 Brigade, Col. J. Umaru.

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Security sources said the operation was part of a wider effort to clear criminal hideouts in the area. The troops moved through several communities during the operation.

The communities cleared included Guruso, Nassarawa, Barayazaki, Masama Mudi, Tunganyara and Gwashi. The troops searched the areas for suspected terrorists and their camps.

During the operation, the troops advanced towards the Gando Forest corridor. The suspected terrorists were said to have fled their hideouts as the troops approached.

The two women were later found along the forest corridor. They were rescued without any injury being reported.

After the rescue, the troops secured the women and moved them to a safe location. They were later handed over for proper care and documentation.

The military said the operation was aimed at disrupting criminal networks in the area. It was also aimed at securing major roads used by residents.

Residents of the affected communities have been facing attacks, kidnappings and fear for several months. The military said the operation was meant to restore confidence among the people.

The troops were also said to have destroyed suspected hideouts used by the criminals. The action was taken to prevent the criminals from returning to the same locations.

Security sources said the operation would continue in other parts of Zamfara State. The goal is to make the roads and communities safe for residents and travellers.

The military has urged residents to continue to support security agencies with useful information. The information can help the troops to track the movement of suspected criminals.

Residents were also urged to report any strange movement in their communities to the nearest security post. The military said timely information can save lives.

The rescue of the two women has brought relief to their families. Their families had been worried since they were taken from their communities.

As at the time of filing this report, the military had not given further details about the suspected terrorists who fled during the operation. No arrest was confirmed in the latest update.

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By Jonadab Oluikpe
Published by Donjoe News Media