The military has confirmed that troops killed five Boko Haram insurgents in a gun battle at Barkin-Dutse area of Adamawa.
Brig.-Gen. Texas Chukwu, the Director, Army Public Relations, said on Saturday that troops engaged and killed the insurgents following a distressed call by hunters on Friday.
“Troops of operation LAFIYA DOLE on April 6 neutralized suspected Boko Haram terrorists in Barkin Dutse area of Adamawa State following a distress call from hunters.
“The terrorists on sighting the troops opened fire which resulted in exchange of fire.
“Five Boko Haram terrorists were neutralized while some of them escaped into nearby caves during the encounter. Also, one hunter lost his life during the operation”.
Chukwu disclosed that the troops recovered five AK 47 rifles, five magazines and 22 rounds of 7.62 mm special ammunition.
He added that…
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