The Nigerian military has continued to hit Boko Haram strong-hold of Sambissa forest and other areas in the north-east to root out the remnants of the terrorist group.
According to Brigadier General Sani Kukasheka Usman, Director Army Public Relations on Saturday, troops of operation LAFIYA DOLE are intensifying their fight against the terrorist group in operation DEEP PUNCH II.
According to him, on Friday, 26th January 2018, the troops with effective support from the Nigerian Air Force (NAF), had contact with the terrorists while advancing into Sambisa forest.
“During the encounter and further exploitation, the troops destroyed Boko Haram terrorist equipment, make-shift accommodation around Camp Zairo, Improvised Explosives Device (IEDs), Booby traps, other delaying obstacles and devices.
“The troops also neutralized 7 Boko Haram terrorists and wounded several others. In addition, the gallant troops recovered 1 Gun truck, 1 Anti-Aircraft Gun, 1 Machine Gun, a Pistol, large quantity of Anti-Aircraft Gun ammunition, a 120mm Mortar Base Plate and a Dane Gun.” He added.
Similarly, the troops destroyed 11 Boko Haram terrorists Gun trucks, 12 Hilux vehicles, 3 Canter trucks 2 Double Barrel Rifles, 30 Bicycles, Power generating sets, cylinders, printers, military kits and IED making workshop.
