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In a major victory against terrorism in Zamfara State, Nigerian troops under Operation FANSAR YAN BINDIGA have successfully taken control of the notorious Tungan Fulani Hills, killing more than 50 terrorists and dealing a heavy blow to criminal networks in the region.
The intense operation also left at least 25 insurgents critically injured, with several top commanders loyal to bandit leaders Bello Turji and Sani Mai Nasara (also known as Sani Black) among those killed.
According to counter-insurgency expert Zagazola Makama, the slain terrorists include Kachallah Sanni Bammuwa, Kachallah Auta, Audu Gajere, Kabiru Jangeru, Dan-Gajere (son of Audu Jabbi), and Bako Malaika, a notorious figure operating around Tungan Dan Musa.
This marks the first time in years that the military has successfully breached and secured Tungan Fulani Hills, an area previously considered an impenetrable stronghold for terrorists operating along the Zurmi-Shinkafi corridor.
Previous military attempts to seize control of the valley had met fierce resistance, resulting in casualties and damage to military equipment. Five separate operations had previously failed due to the overwhelming firepower of the insurgents.
The region became infamous after a deadly ambush in 2019, when fighters loyal to Bello Turji and Sani Black killed a Major and 16 soldiers on their way to relieve colleagues stationed in Mashema village. That attack forced the military to retreat, allowing terrorists to dominate the area.
More recently, on August 30, 2024, the same terror groups attacked Nigerian troops in Kwashebawa village, destroying Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles and killing two soldiers.
With the successful capture of Tungan Fulani Hills, the Nigerian Army has sent a strong message in its ongoing fight against banditry and terrorism in the northwest.
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