Troops of Sector 1, Operation Lafiya Dole have successfully staged an ambush at identified Boko Haram terrorists crossing point at Mainok-Jakana axis in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno, killing nine insurgents.
The Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Sagir Musa, in a statement, said the operation took place at about 6:30 p.m on Wednesday.
“So far, nine Boko Haram terrorists have lost their lives, two gun trucks mounted with anti-aircraft guns have been captured and exploitation is ongoing by the troops.
“Two soldiers are slightly wounded and the situation in the area has been normalised,” he said.
NAN
