Nigerian troops engaged in counter-terrorism operations in the Northeast have killed 25 Boko Haram fighters, recovering some arms and ammunitions in the process.
The troops also rescued 18 persons who had been held hostage by the terrorists.
This is contained in a statement issued by the Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col Sani Usman.
"Troops of 151 Task Force Battalion, 21 Brigade have also cleared remnants of BokoHaram terrorists from three villages in Iza general area, killing 25 Boko Haram terrorists and recovered some weapons. The cleared villages were Mballeri, Shuari 1 and Shuari 2.
"In addition, the troops also rescued 18 persons held captive by the terrorists. They comprised of 2 men, 7 women and 9 children. The rescued persons have been moved to the Brigade’s headquarters for further screening and care.
"Unfortunately, one Civilian JTF accompanying the troops fell off a vehicle and sustained some injuries. He has however since been evacuated to the unit’s Regimental Aid Post for medical treatment and he is in stable condition."
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