Troops kill notorious terrorist Auta , along Jamilu, Salisu in Zamfara
By Andrew Orolua
A notorious terrorist known as Auta, alongside his associates Abdul Jamilu and Salisu met their Waterloo as troops caught up with them in Zamfara State.
The terrorists were neutralized by
troops of the Mobile Strike Team (MST) under Operation FASAN YAMMA (OPFY) in a decisive offensive operation around Ƙunchin Kalgo town in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State on 10 June 2025.
A statement by Director Defence Media Operation, Major General Markus Kangye on Thursday stated that Auta,alongside his associates Abdul Jamilu and Salisu are part of terrorists group responsible for multiple acts of violence and terrorism within the general area.
That the operation marks a significant blow to criminal elements, destabilizing peace and security in the area, the Director said.
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According to the military, “Preliminary intelligence indicates that two additional terrorist kingpins, including one identified as Babayé were eliminated during the operation.
“In a separate incident, Sale Ado Madele (alias Sarki), the eldest son of known bandit leader Ado Alieru, was also reportedly killed.”
In a related development, troops also killed additional ten (10) terrorists who congregated near a filling station in Danjibga. The terrorist were believed to be part of a syndicate brought together by Dogo Sule for a planned attack.
Major General Kangye said the Nigerian Armed Forces remain committed to safeguarding lives and restoring lasting peace across Zamfara State and the wider North-West region.
“This operation underscores our resolve to dismantle terrorist networks and bring perpetrators of violence to justice.”
