Troops Advancing In Sambisa Forest

Nigerian troops engaged in counter insurgency operations in and around Sambisa forest are reported to be making steady progress.

A statement released on Wednesday by Acting Director, Army Public Relations said that the troops are currently clearing Boko Haram camps in areas where they have already flushed out the insurgents.

He said, “I am glad to inform you that our troops are making substantial progress within the fringes of Sambisa forest.

“Nigerian Army troops are clearing Boko Haram enclaves along axis of advance from Bitta to Tokumbere. "

The troops are said to be working hard to end the insurgency by November in accordance with the President's directve.