In a decisive military operation, Nigerian Army troops under Operation FANSAR YAN BINDIGA have successfully neutralized over 50 terrorists and seized the notorious Tungan Fulani Hills in Zamfara State. The operation, conducted in the Zurmi-Shinkafi axis, resulted in severe injuries to at least 25 terrorists, including high-profile commanders linked to Bello Turji and Sani Mai Nasara (Sani Black).
Among the eliminated terrorists were notorious figures such as Kachallah Sanni Bammuwa, Kachallah Auta, Audu Gajere, Kabiru Jangeru, Dan-Gajere, and Bako Malaika, all of whom had terrorized local communities and resisted multiple military incursions in the past. This victory marks the first successful military takeover of the Tungan Fulani Hills in years, a location previously deemed impregnable due to its rugged terrain and well-fortified terrorist hideouts.
The Strategic Importance of Tungan Fulani Hills
Tungan Fulani Hills has long served as a stronghold for terrorist groups, providing a crucial operational base for arms smuggling, ambush planning, and large-scale kidnappings. Intelligence reports indicate that the hills had been a transit point for weapons trafficking from Niger Republic and Mali, with terrorist leaders like Turji and Sani Black using the terrain as a strategic hideout.
The area also gained notoriety after a deadly ambush in 2019, in which Bello Turji and his fighters killed a Nigerian Army Major and 16 soldiers who were en route to reinforce troops in Mashema village. This attack forced the military to withdraw from the region, leaving it under terrorist control. However, with the latest operation, security forces have disrupted the militants’ supply chain and significantly weakened their ability to conduct further attacks.
Operation Show No Mercy: Nigerian army Vows Total Eradication of Terrorists
Following the success of this offensive, military officials have declared a new phase of operations, dubbed Operation Show No Mercy, aimed at completely eradicating terrorist elements in the North-West region.
A senior Nigerian army source revealed:
“The mission is not just to push the terrorists out but to ensure their total elimination. There will be no negotiations, no safe havens, and no escape routes. Bello Turji, Sani Black, and their fighters must either surrender unconditionally or face complete destruction.”
Troops are now expanding their offensive beyond Zamfara, targeting terrorist hideouts in Katsina, Sokoto, Kebbi, and Kaduna States to prevent surviving militants from regrouping. The Nigerian Air Force has also intensified aerial bombardments, further crippling terrorist movements in the region.
Past Nigerian army Challenges and the Significance of This Victory
Despite numerous attempts to secure Tungan Fulani Hills, previous Nigerian army operations faced stiff resistance due to the difficult terrain and well-coordinated terrorist defenses. Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency expert, noted that at least five previous attempts to capture the area failed, with heavy casualties among Nigerian army and damage to military equipment.
In one of the most devastating attacks on August 30, 2024, Turji and Sani Black’s fighters ambushed Nigerian soldiers at Kwashebawa village, setting ablaze several Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) vehicles and killing two soldiers. These repeated setbacks made the recent Nigerian army breakthrough all the more significant, demonstrating improved tactical strategies and operational efficiency by the Nigerian Army.
Residents Urged to Support Security Efforts
Following the successful military takeover of Tungan Fulani Hills, security forces are urging local communities to support ongoing intelligence operations to track down fleeing terrorists.
A senior military official emphasized the need for civilian cooperation:
“We need residents to report suspicious movements and avoid providing shelter or logistics support to terrorists. The fight is far from over, but we are sending a strong message—terrorists will find no safe haven in Nigeria.”
The Nigerian army is now working closely with vigilante groups and local informants to dismantle any remaining terrorist cells in the region. As Operation Show No Mercy continues, Nigerians are hopeful that this offensive will bring long-term peace and stability to the North-West region, ending years of terror and insecurity in Zamfara and beyond
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