SAA event in Nigeria on Sat 14th March 2026

Troops nutrialised several  terrorists in Zamfara, recover bodies of 
three civilians  

By: Zagazola Makama  

Troops of the Nigerian Army under Operation Fansan Yamma have 
nutrialised several bandits during a fighting patrol along the 
Dansadau–Magami road in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State.

Security sources said the encounter occurred at about 10:30 a.m. on 
March 14 when troops of 1 Brigade encountered a group of armed 
terrorists at Mashayar Zaki village while conducting routine fighting 
patrols in the area.

According to the sources, the troops immediately engaged the terrorists,
 forcing them to retreat after sustaining casualties.

“The terrorists fled the scene after troops responded with superior 
firepower. Several of the criminals were neutralised during the 
engagement,” the source said.

The troops subsequently pursued the fleeing attackers into surrounding 
areas but did not make further contact.

During exploitation of the area, the troops discovered the bodies of 
three civilians who had reportedly been killed by the fleeing 
terrorists. 

The remains of the victims were evacuated to the General Hospital in 
Dansadau for further necessary procedures.

Military authorities said troops have continued to dominate the general 
area through patrols to prevent the regrouping of the fleeing terrorists
 and to reassure residents of their safety.