The Nigerian Army on Sunday, said it has recovered some sophisticated weaponry from Boko Haram terrorists during its raid at Gamboru village early this morning.

According to the statement signed by the Director Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman, 3 AK-56 rifles and 2 AK-L rifles with registration numbers; AK-L-AGB 1172, AK-L PU2879, AK-56-2556688, AK-56-22622832 and AK-56-22622315, respectively were recovered.

Also recovered were 235 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition and 7 AK-56 rifle magazines.

According to the statement, the raid was conducted following information provided by a civilian.

The statement read, “Troops conducted raids at Gamboru town early this morning following a tip off.

“The troops recovered 3 AK-56 rifles and 2 AK-L rifles with registration numbers; AK-L-AGB 1172, AK-L PU2879, AK-56-2556688, AK-56-22622832 and AK-56-22622315, respectively. They also recovered 235 rounds of 7.62mm (Special) ammunition and 7 AK-56 rifle magazines.

“The Nigerian  Army wishes to commend those good citizens that alerted the military for the timely and useful information that led to this recovery.

“This is the type of cooperation and support we always require from citizens of this country to enable us clear the remnants of the Boko Haram terrorists. We wish to reiterate the need for all to be more vigilant, security conscious and report any suspicious movements or persons to the nearest security agency.”