Troops of Sector 1, Operation Lafiya Dole have killed nine Boko Haram
terrorists; while crossing Maiduguri-Damaturu road in the
Mainok/Jakana axis of Borno state.
Army’s Spokesman, Col. Sagir Musa Wednesday in Maiduguri disclosed
that the troops ambushed terrorists and recovered two gun trucks,
while others fled with gunshot wounds.
Mainok and Jakana villages located along road, were severally attacked
by Boko Haram with loss of many lives and property.
According to him; “So far, nine Boko Haram terrorists lost their lives
and two gun trucks mounted with anti-aircraft guns have been captured
and exploitation during ongoing counter insurgency operations.”
He noted that two soldiers were injured and are being evacuated to a
military health facility for treatment.
“Situation in the Mainok/Jakana axis has been normalized, three hours
after Wednesday night’s ambush.” he said
