Boko Haram Attacks Military Base In Borno
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists, in five gun trucks, have attacked a military base at Tamsukawu in Kaga Local Council of Borno State.
It was gathered that the terrorists burst from the southern fringe of Sambisa Forest, yesterday, and targeted soldiers at the base, chanting “Allahu Akbar” (‘God is great’ in Arabic) with the residents running for dear lives.
However, the terrorists reportedly spared civilians.
Confirming Monday’s incident in Maiduguri, the Commander, Sector 3 of Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF), Modu Fannami, disclosed that the terrorists were in military uniform.
He said the clash between the terrorists and troops lasted for over an hour, before a fighter jet, along with ground troops, came as reinforcement for the soldiers.
“The few soldiers at the base are currently engaged in a heavy gun battle,” he said, adding that the terrorists were eventually repelled towards the forest.
On casualties, he said the number of soldiers and terrorists killed or injured were yet to be ascertained.
Motorists plying the road were also asked to stop at Ngamdu until the army cleared the road by 4.00pm.
