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The Sokoto State Government has confirmed that a joint airstrike carried out by the Nigerian military in collaboration with the United States Government struck terrorist targets in Tangaza Local Government Area, with no civilian casualties recorded.
The confirmation was contained in a press statement issued on Thursday by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Sokoto, Abubakar Bawa, and made available to journalists in the state.
According to the statement, the full impact of the operation could not be immediately ascertained, as authorities are awaiting the outcome of assessments by the joint operations team involved in the airstrike.
The government also addressed reports surrounding unidentified objects discovered near Jabo town in Tambuwal Local Government Area, clarifying that the circumstances could not yet be explained pending analysis by Nigeria–US military authorities. It emphasized that no civilian casualties were recorded in Jabo as well.
The state government welcomed the collaboration between Nigeria and international partners, noting that such cooperation is critical to tackling terrorism and cross-border crimes in Sokoto State.
“Sokoto State welcomes any collaboration between Nigeria and all relevant global stakeholders aimed at curbing the menace of terrorism and cross-border crimes in the state,” the statement said, adding that the ongoing security operations are focused on protecting lives and property.
The government further noted that over the past two years, it has consistently supported security agencies by providing equipment and other resources to strengthen the fight against banditry and terrorism across the state.
It called on residents of affected communities to continue cooperating with both federal and state authorities by supplying useful information to security agencies, stressing that public support remains vital to sustaining peace and security.
The statement also urged residents to continue praying for the success of security agencies in defeating criminal elements in Sokoto State and the country at large.
The press statement was signed by Abubakar Bawa, Director-General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Sokoto, and dated December 26, 2025.
