The attack occurred around 1am on Wednesday, when the insurgents stormed the area and engaged troops in a fierce gun battle

By Titilope Adako

Boko Haram terrorists have killed an army captain and a soldier in a fresh attack on Izge community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.

The attack occurred around 1am on Wednesday, when the insurgents stormed the area and engaged troops in a fierce gun battle.

Confirming the incident, the Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, said, “It’s true that my people in Izge community came under Boko Haram attack around 1am. Unfortunately, a Captain and a Soldier paid the supreme price.”

He added that the military, in collaboration with Civilian JTF, hunters, vigilantes, and local residents, killed three of the terrorists during the encounter.

“The terrorists abandoned their weapons, over 10 motorcycles and they are still on the run, while being trailed by our security men,” the Emir said.

He prayed for the souls of the fallen soldiers and praised the gallant efforts of the troops and their coordination with other security agencies.

“May Allah (SWT) grant the departed souls Jannatul Firdaus. Our gallant men are still in the bush, sacrificing their lives to maintain peace in the society,” he added.

The monarch also appreciated Borno State Governor, Prof Babagana Umara Zulum, for his continuous logistics support to security personnel and urged the federal government to provide modern technological equipment for security operations.

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