The current administration is showing a zero tolerance for the Boko Haram sect as more than two dozens of its fighters have been killed in a recent encounter with the Nigerian troops in the north-east.
The rescued captives
Troops of 151 Task Force Battalion, 21 Brigade have also cleared remnants of Boko Haram 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 felt 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.
Kindly disseminate this information and the attached photographs to the public through your esteemed medium.
Thank you for your usual cooperation.
Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman
Acting Director, Army Public Relations
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