According to the military, Fasagora and members of his terror group have long been responsible for a series of kidnappings and other terrorist activities against the people across several states in the North West.
The Nigerian Army says its troops deployed in Zamfara State for counter-terrorism and counter-insurgency operations in the North West region of the country have killed a terrorist leader, Junaidu Fasagora and scores of his fighters.
The military said that Fasagora and his fighters were killed after a ferocious artillery bombardment and ground battle in the Tsafe general area of Zamfara State.
According to the military, Fasagora and members of his terror group have long been responsible for a series of kidnappings and other terrorist activities against the people across several states in the North West.
The military in a statement posted on its X handle on Wednesday night said, “Their elimination marks a crucial victory in the fight against terrorism and insurgency.
“The successful operation is a clear assertion of the Nigerian Army's relentless pursuit of peace and stability in the region and other regions of the country.
“Troops remain committed to sustaining the ongoing operations against terrorism, insurgency and sundry crimes to restore safety and security to troubled areas.”