The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) under Operation FANSAN YAMMA, has bombed a convoy of 300 terrorists migrating from Kebbi to Zamfara State, kílling scores of them.
NAF Spokepersons, Air Cdre Ehimen Ejodame, in a statement said the airstrike carried out on 9 July, 2025 targeted a convoy of migrating terrorists on sbout 150 motorcycles along the Kebbi–Zamfara corridor. 
Air Cdre Ejodame said real-time intelligence revealed the movement of close to 150 motorcycles in batches, each carrying about two armed terrorists near Yarbuga in Maru local government area of Zamfara State.
“After positive identification confirming the hostile presence, NAF aircraft engaged the convoy with devastating accuracy. Survivors were seen fleeing on foot and motorcycles, as air assets maintained persistent overwatch and executed follow-up strikes, effectively disrupting enemy withdrawal routes,” he said.
The statement added that following the airstrikes, ground troops conducted a follow-up exploit mission to Yarbuga Village on the morning of 10 July 2025.
“At the scene, remains of scores of terrorists and their weapons were found in the area, along with several burnt motorcycles. This joint air–ground operation dealt a significant blow to bandit networks in the region,” he added.
According to him, the staffing underscores the Nigerian Air Force’s unwavering commitment to protecting civilian lives, denying terrorists freedom of action and supporting ground forces to ensure lasting peace across the country.
