Nigerian Troops of Joint Task Force North East OperationHadin Kai (OPHK) deployed at the Forward Operational Base (FOB) of 152 Battalion, have killed 6 Boko haram terrorists in Kumshe town, Borno State.
The Boko Haram terrorists who were on a suicidal infiltration attempt into the camp of the troops mounted on 4 Gun Trucks, several motorcycles to infiltrate and attack the camp through the northern part but were met with the fierce fire of the alert troops.
A statement by the Army Spokesman, Brigadier General Onyema Nwachukwu said the troops remained dogged and sustained heavy gunfire on the terrorists during the encounter, routed and forced them to flee in total disarray as they recovered six AK 47 Rifles, one handheld grenade, assorted drugs and other First Aid items.
The Chief of Army Staff, Major General Faruk Yahaya has lauded the troops’ high level of alertness and fighting spirit, urging them to sustain the momentum and ensure that the remnants of terrorists hibernating in the area are completely cleared.
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