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Bloody battle in Sambisa

Reports reaching us indicate that three Nigerian soldiers have
lost their lives in a bloody battle against Boko Haram members
in the notorious Sambisa forest.
Nigerian soldiers on the move against Boko Haram terrorist
group.

This was reportedly made known by the Army spokesman, Sani
Usman, on Sunday, December 6, in a statement obtained by
Premium Times.
The spokesman said the tragedy occurred following the
commencement of attack against the terrorists deep inside the
Sambisa forest.
Usman said many of the terrorists were also killed during the
attack, adding that several captives were rescued by the
soldiers during the operation. He further hinted that three
soldiers also sustained various degrees of injuries in the
various military operations against the demonic group.
Below is the full statement issued by the Nigerian Army:
Military Commence Strikes Deep Into Sambisa Forest
The Nigerian Army has commenced strikes deep inside Sambisa
forest which is believed to be the remaining strong point of the
Boko Haram terrorists.
Various units of the Army have advanced deep into the forest
clearing most of the camps therein, rescuing persons held captive,
arresting some terrorists and destroying most of their weapons and
equipment.
Advancing troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by the Nigerian
Air Force were able to clear and destroy Boko Haram terrorists
camps at Shuari, Adembe, Yerimari Kura, Yerimari Gana, Gonin
Kurmi, Kore, Mainya Kore, and Lopere. Additionally, the Multi-barrel
Rocket Launcher Regiment has destroyed the terrorists camps at
Dure, Dure Kore, Jokwa, as well as several other camps.
The troops recovered foodstuff, motorcycles, flags, Improvised
Explosive Making Devices (IED) materials and military uniforms.
Among other discoveries were the terrorists tunnels, weapons and
equipment. The soldiers also recovered 2,000 cows rustled from
various persons over time and rescued women and children held
captives by the Boko Haram. While the animals have been moved
to Kanwuri, the rescued persons have been evacuated and are
being given all the necessary support and assistance.
During the encounter with the terrorists at Yerimari Gana a number
of Boko Haram terrorists were killed and some suspected terrorists
were arrested who are being interrogated. However, a soldier
sustained gunshot wound and fracture on the leg.
Similarly, while advancing to destroy Nefari terrorists camp, troops
discovered and cleared 3 IEDs laid along the route. The camp was
successfully cleared and troops have continued their advance while
a blocking force has been deployed to prevent infiltration and
possible escape by the terrorists.
Unfortunately during another encounter with the terrorists along
the axis of advance, 3 soldiers made the supreme sacrifice, while
an officer and 2 soldiers were wounded in action.

It is instructive to note that the troops morale is very high and
being conscious of their set objective, they are unrelenting in their
determination to defeat the Boko Haram terrorists.
In a related development, troops have also destroyed Boko Haram
terrorists camps Bulagaije and Disa, Gwoza Local Government
Area, Borno State and recovered motorcycles, Dane guns and
ammunitions.
Sambisa forest is the major stronghold of the terrorist group
which has claimed the lives of no fewer than 20,000 innocent
people since 2009.
Just yesterday, December 5, reports have it that about between
15 and 30 people were killed while over 130 were injured after a
suicide bombing suspected to have been orchestrated by Boko
Haram members at Koulfoua island on the Chadian side of
Lake Chad.

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