Troops foil multiple kidnap attempts, rescue Federal Polytechnic rector, 22 others in Zamfara
Troops of Sector 2 Joint Task Force North West, Operation FANSAN YAMMA (JTF NW OPFY), have foiled multiple kidnap attempts and rescued the Rector of Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda, Dr. Aminu Yusuf, alongside 22 other victims during separate operations in Zamfara State.
The military disclosed that the first incident occurred in the early hours of July 28, 2026, after troops responded to a distress call reporting terrorist activities around Tsohon-Tasha Street in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area.
According to the statement, the terrorists had attacked the residence of the Rector, killing his private security guard and injuring another resident before attempting to abduct Dr. Yusuf and members of his family.
Troops reportedly arrived swiftly, engaged the attackers with superior firepower, and forced them to flee, successfully rescuing the Rector and his family without injury.
In a separate operation on the same day, troops on night patrol responded to another distress call from Tungan Dorawa community in Barkeji Village, where terrorists were attempting to abduct residents. Despite the difficult terrain, troops pursued and engaged the fleeing suspects, foiling the abduction.
The troops simultaneously confronted another group of terrorists in the same community who were attempting to kidnap a prominent businessman, Alhaji Azaria. The intervention forced the assailants to abandon the operation, leading to the rescue of Alhaji Azaria and 21 other civilians abducted from neighbouring homes.
Meanwhile, troops arrested a suspected terrorist informant, identified as Falalu Yusuf (45), who is believed to have collaborated with the attackers. He has been handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and necessary action.
Operation FANSAN YAMMA commended the vigilance, courage, and professionalism of its troops, reaffirming its commitment to restoring peace and security across Zamfara State and the wider North West region.
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