Troops killed several armed terrorists during a fighting patrol in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
The operation happened on May 22 around 10 a.m. Security analyst Zagazola Makama disclosed the details on X on Saturday.
Soldiers from the 1 Brigade Quick Reaction Force conducted the raid. They were working under Operation FANSAN YANMA.
Intelligence reports indicated terrorists were hiding near Yan Doto village. The troops mobilized quickly to the location.
Gunfire erupted when soldiers encountered suspects at Yanware community. Multiple terrorists fell during the exchange.
Some gunmen managed to flee with bullet wounds, sources say. Troops swept the surrounding area afterward but found no additional targets.
