56 boko haram terrorists killed in borno state

Director, Army public relations, Capt. Aliyu Ibrahim Danja, the army said the operations which took place on Saturday, 28 December led to the destruction of the terrorist's weapons, equipment and vehicles.
The statement said " the troops of the 7 Division, Nigerian Army, supported by the Nigerian Air force launched an intense attack on Boko Haram elements in Alfa general area of Bama local government, killing 56 insurgents while 2 soldier were wounded in the operations".
The Army stated that the attack was part of the ongoing operations conducted by the military to ensure a peaceful Christmas and New Year celebrations in Borno state.
The General officer Commanding 7 Division of the Nigerian Army, Major General Obidah Ethan, praised the good people of Borno state, urging them to assist the military with useful information.
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