Troops thwart boko haram attacks in borno

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Troops Thwart Boko Haram Attacks in Borno

Maiduguri, Nigeria - Nigerian troops have thwarted a series of attacks by Boko Haram insurgents in Borno State, the epicenter of the insurgency.

According to a statement by the Nigerian Army, troops of the 7 Brigade, 26 Task Force Brigade, and 3 Battalion, in conjunction with other security agencies, repelled multiple attacks by the terrorists in the past 48 hours.

The statement said the attacks were launched by the insurgents in the early hours of Tuesday and Wednesday, targeting military formations and civilian communities in the state.

However, the troops, who were on high alert, responded swiftly and effectively, engaging the attackers and forcing them to retreat.

The statement read: "The gallant troops, in a display of professionalism and bravery, successfully repelled the attacks, killing several terrorists and destroying their equipment."

The Nigerian Army also confirmed that several civilians were rescued from the clutches of the insurgents, who had taken them hostage.

The attacks were reportedly carried out by a large number of Boko Haram fighters, who were said to have been reinforced by foreign mercenaries.

The Nigerian military has been battling Boko Haram since 2009, when the group launched its insurgency in the northeastern part of the country. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people and the displacement of millions.

In recent months, the military has made significant gains against the insurgents, with several key commanders and fighters being killed or captured.

The Nigerian government has vowed to continue its efforts to defeat the insurgency and restore peace to the affected regions.

Source: Nigerian Army, Vanguard News, Premium Times