Troops of the newly reinvigorated Operation Hadin Kai, thwarted Boko Haram Terrorist’s attempt to infiltrate into Rann Town, the capital of Kala Balge LGA of Borno State.
A statement by the Director Army Public Relations Brigedier General Muhammad Yerima says,the terrorists met stiff resistance as troops rapidly repel the terrorists forcing them to withdraw in disarray with injuries, leaving behind several weapons and ammunitions.
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Similarly, another band of Boko Haram Terrorists attacked Ajiri town of Konduga LGA of Borno State, killing some residents and burning 9 houses before they were engaged by the troops deployed in the area.
Brigedier General Yerima notes that,the retreating terrorists suffered gun shots injuries while troops are on their chase.
Two personnel however, paid the supreme price in the encounter.
(Editor : Ena Agbanoma)