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Zamfara: Army Boosts Operations With 3 New Infrantry Battalions
to guarantee rapid response capability, expand operational coverage,
As part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational effectiveness and strengthen security across the country, the Nigerian Army has officially operationalised three new Infantry Battalions in Zamfara State. The newly activated units are 12 Infantry Battalion Bakura, 23 Infantry Battalion Kaura Namoda, and 28 Infantry Battalion Anka are deployed to guarantee rapid response capability, expand operational coverage, and secure their respective Areas of Responsibility (AOR).
Speaking during the ceremonies, the General Officer Commanding (GOC) 8 Division Nigerian Army and Commander, Sector 2 Joint Task Force (North West) Operation FANSAN YAMMA, Major General BP Koughna represented by the Acting Commander, 1 Brigade, Colonel Joseph Umaru reaffirmed the Nigerian Army’s commitment to sustaining aggressive operations and ensuring the protection of law abiding citizens. He emphasized that lasting peace requires a synchronised effort combining the military, security agencies, traditional institutions, and the general public.
Colonel Umaru called on the good people of Zamfara State to continuously support security agencies by providing timely, credible, and actionable intelligence. Addressing the newly deployed troops, he charged them to maintain discipline, professionalism, and operational vigilance in line with their constitutional mandate and established Rules of Engagement.
In their remarks, the Emir of Bakura, Alhaji Bello Sani, Emir of Anka Alhaji Attahiru Muhammad Ahmad and Emir of Kaura Namoda Maj Dr Sanusi Mohammed Ahmed Asha (rtd) commended the Leadership of the Nigerian Army for establishing the additional battalions, describing the move as a crucial milestone toward restoring normalcy and safety across local communities. The monarchs assured the Nigerian Army of the cooperation and backing of the traditional institution, particularly through community mobilization and information sharing.
Credit: Yusuf Mohammed,
Captain, Acting Assistant Director Army, Public Relations, 1 Brigade Nigerian Army
Gusau – 29 September 2026
