Boko Haram Army defeats terrorists in Maiduguri

The Nigerian Army yesterday, February 1, successfully repelled a Boko

attack on Maiduguri » , Borno State.

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The terrorists launched

the capital city at about 3am but were engaged in a fierce battle by troops.

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members was also reportedly boosted by efforts of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF).

The army’s victory has been confirmed by the Director of Defence Information, Chris Olukolade who said:

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contained. The terrorists incurred massive casualty."

“The situation is calm as mopping up operation in the affected area is ongoing,”

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The Nigerian Defence Headquarters also said that the military was able to recover armoured vehicles and artillery guns as well as other arms and vehicles from the terrorists.

The latest attack is the second in about a week after the insurgents attempted to invade Maiduguri » on January 25.