The leadership of the Nigerian Army has released an update on the war against the Boko Haram insurgency in the north-east.
Some of the Nigerian troops on rampage
The military has in recent times stepped up its campaign against the Boko Haram Terrorists in the North East. The range of operations are aimed at routing the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists who are seeking refuge in some remote locations in the forests.
One of these operations carried out by troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE on Saturday, involved troops of 159 Battalion, 27 Task Force Brigade.
Troops of the unit acting on a piece of intelligence, successfully executed a swift operation against suspected Boko Haram terrorists locations at Manlumudori, Aridi, Filari, Kingimari, Dinamari, Itari and Mirimari villages.
The unit further artillery bombardment operations west of Subdu village neutralized the concentration of the Boko Haram terrorists at Bulabulin and Alagarno forests.
The offensive operations later dovetailed into cordon and search operation at Degeltura, Gisum and Popamari villages.
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Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka Usman
Director Army Public Relations