June 15, 2026
By Kingsley Omonobi
Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have launched a major offensive, codenamed Operation Clean Sweep III, targeting terrorist and bandit groups operating in Matazu Local Government Area and adjoining communities in Katsina State.
According to a statement by the Media Information Officer of Operation Fansan Yamma, Lieutenant Colonel Aliyu Danja, the operation was initiated following the death of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who was reportedly abducted alongside his wife by suspected terrorists in the area.
He said the operation is aimed at tracking those responsible, dismantling criminal networks and improving security across the affected communities.
