Militants kill 1 soldier in Bakassi attack

Suspected militants on Saturday attacked troops in Bakassi LGA of Cross River State.
The troops were attacked by militants led by the declared wanted criminal kingpin, Benjamin Simplee (AKA G1), leader of the Bakassi Strike Force.
The militants ambushed the troops at Efut Esighi waterfront using several speed boats.
In a statement from Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman, a soldier was killed in action, while two soldiers were missing in action, adding that they also burnt a buffalo pickup vehicle. 
Usman said the two of the attackers were killed while the rest escaped with gun shot wounds.
He said, “The reinforcement sent have found the missing soldiers. In addition, the troops location have been reinforced with more gunboats and air component. The clearance and pursuit operation is on going.
“We would like to assure the public that this singular act would not deter us from the discharge of our duties, therefore, the perpetrators of this dastardly act would be found and brought to justice.”

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