The Nigerian Army on Friday night May 10, 2019 said its troops of 22 Brigade, 7 Division (NA) on Operation Hard Strike in collaboration with some members of Civilian JTF, conducted a clearance operation against terrorists, along the deserted Fuye and Melere villages of Borno State where they had contact and serious battle with some Boko Haram terrorists at Gulwa.
The Army said the exchange of fire resulted in the extermination of 7 terrorists and recovery of 7 Rifles (6 AK 47 and 1 FN Rifle).
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It said, “There was no casualty on the part of the NA Soldiers or Civilian JTF.
“The Nigerian Army through the Division, is unwavering in its commitment and determination to end Boko Haram terrorism and any other form of insecurity in Nigeria.
Confirming the operation, Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col Sagir Musa said, “The Nigerian Army will continue to sensitize and request members of the public to provide useful information to it and other security agencies for an effective and successful fight against the myriad of security challenges across the nation.”
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