Boko Haram attacks Chadian troops in Gamboru

by Panshak Ibrahim

According to a Chadian military source, Boko Haram insurgents attacked the country’s troops stationed in Gamboru.

The attacked was said to have occurred at the wee hours of Wednesday, February 11.

A military source told AFP: “The Boko Haram elements wanted to surprise us by attacking at about 4 am (0300 GMT). We were aware about it from the day before and were prepared.”

The attack took place in Gamboru on Nigeria’s border with Cameroon, where Chadian troops are deployed to help in the complex regional battle against Boko Haram have taken up positions.

“They arrived with 14 vehicles and two armoured vehicles. We repulsed them and they retreated. A helicopter was brought in to join the pursuit and destroy them,” the source added.

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