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Troops repel bandit attack in Zamfara community 

By: Zagazola Makama  

Troops of Operation Fansan Yanma, in collaboration with police tactical teams, have repelled a bandit attack on Yankaba Village in Kaura Namoda Local Government Area of Zamfara.

Security sources said the incident occurred on March 7 at about 6:00 p.m. when suspected armed bandits stormed the community, shooting sporadically and causing panic among residents.

The sources said troops of Operation FANSAN YANMA along with other security agencies were swiftly deployed to engaged the terrorists in a gun battle. 

According to the sources, the bandits were forced to retreat after encountering superior firepower from the troops. The attackers subsequently abandoned their mission and fled the area.

Troops  have since intensified patrols and surveillance in the community to forestall further attacks.

The sources added that monitoring and security operations were ongoing in the area to ensure the safety of residents.