Borno: Troops kill 2 Boko Haram commanders, 7 others

By Sumaila Ogbaje

Nigerian troops have eliminated nine Boko Haram terrorists, including two top commanders in separate operations conducted in Bita and Wulgo b areas of Borno State between Aug. 21 and Aug. 22.

The operations conducted by troops of the Joint Task Force, North East Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK), in collaboration with the Air Component, were aimed at foiling Boko Haram terrorists’ attacks on Bita and Wulgo of Borno State.

The troops also recovered AK-47 rifles, a cache of ammunition, and six motorcycles belonging to the terrorists during the operations.

A military source said those killed included the commanders of Boko Haram identified as Abu Nazir, the Munzir of Juye, and Abu Fatima, the Munzir of Koloram.

“They were neutralised during a fierce gun duel at Wulgo axis.

“Troops also recovered AK-47 rifles, a cache of ammunition, and six motorcycles belonging to the insurgents,” he said.

The military high command lauded the troops for the operational success and urged them to sustain the momentum in the ongoing counter-insurgency campaign, despite daunting challenges. (NAN)