Seems the Nigerian military are making progress in their efforts to combat terrorism, especially, the dreaded Boko Haram sect.
They have released a statement claiming the destruction of Boko Haram's armoured personal carrier.
Find statement below..
"Troops in pursuit of terrorists had an encounter with a group of them at Muva Junction yesterday. The fierce encounter resulted in substantial casualties including loss of lives & equipment on both sides.
"An armoured Personnel Carrier used by the terrorists was destroyed in the fight, while General Purpose Machine Gun, Rocket Propelled Grenades, rifles,IEDs, & ammunitions as well as, bows, arrows, locally made pistols & guns captured from them have been taken into custody."Meanwhile, troops are still advancing, trying to counter the terrorists in their hideouts with highly coordinated air strikes.
Communities and areas such as Vimtim, Garkida, Mararaba, Kumare-Uba, Mubi, and others are also under regular patrols & surveillance to secure them against any resurgence of terrorism.
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