Nigerian Troops Rescue 178 Captives 

Mon, Aug 3, 2015
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BREAKING NEWS, Security

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THE Nigerian troops at the weekend scored a major victory against Boko Haram terrorists when the captured one of their leaders and rescued 178 captives from their enclave.

A breakdown of the figure showed that 101 children, 67 women and 10 men were rescued during the offensive operations.  Also, three Boko Haram flags were recovered while five  motor cycles were burnt by the troops. In addition, one Boko Haram terrorists commander was captured alive and is presently undergoing investigation.

A statement signed by Col Tukur Gusau, deputy director, Army Public Relations 7 Division Nigerian Army and made available to Realnews on Sunday, August 2, said that sequel to the ongoing operations to clear Boko Haram Terrorists in its area of operations, the troops of 21 Brigade in conjunction with elements of 151 Task Force Battalion of 7 Division, Nigerian Army conducted offensive operations along Aulari in Bama axis. “The troops successfully cleared terrorists’ camp in Fadan, Shuwarin, Wulari, Ngoro Dauye, Jidori, Alikashiri, Kalzamari-Shuwa and Kalzamari-Kanuri amongst others.

“The troops morale remains high as they are determined to consolidate on the success achieved so far under Operation Lafiya Dole,” he said.

—  August 2, 2015 @ 9.10 GMT |

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