5 Soldiers Killed In Boko Haram Ambush

A surprise attack on Troops of 271 Tasks Force Battalion deployed in Operation Lafiya Dole by Boko Haram forces has left five soldiers killed.

The attack reportedly occurred along Pridang – Bitta in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.

Brigadier General Texas Chukwu, Director Army Public Relations, in a statement said during the fight, troops ran into Improvised Explosive Device (IED) buried on the road by the sect.

He added: “In the fire fight that ensued, the gallant troops fought through the ambush, they neutralized several Boko Haram Terrorists, while others fled with gunshot wounds.

“Sadly, five military personnel paid the supreme price as a result of the Improvised Explosive Device attack.

“The remains of the deceased personnel have been promptly evacuated to 7 Division Medical Services and Hospital”.