Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have intensified offensive operations across the North-West, killing two bandits, arresting seven suspected terrorist collaborators and foiling criminal activities in Kaduna and Zamfara.

A report on Sunday by the military revealed that troops of the 4 Demonstration Battalion neutralised two bandits in Lere village, Igabi LGA of Kaduna.

The report added that troops recovered rustled cows, an AK-47 rifle, a magazine and ammunition during a response to cattle rustling activities in the area.

In Zamfara, the report stated that troops apprehended four suspected collaborators allegedly linked to notorious bandit kingpin, Gwaska Dan Karami, during a cordon-and-search operation in Birnin Magaji. According to the report, the suspects are Yahya Hoji, Abdullahi Dan Tsabaro, Kabiru Dan Gulgule and Kalala.

The report also disclosed that three additional suspects with alleged links to terrorist activities were arrested during the screening of returning pilgrims at Gusau International Airport.

The military has reaffirmed its commitment to sustaining the onslaught against bandits and terrorists, urging the public to continue to support the troops in their efforts to secure communities in the North West.

(NAN)