Troops of the Nigerian Army and Boko Haram insurgents are reportedly involved in a serious gun battle in Maiduguri, Borno state.
The confrontation between the Armed Forces and the terrorists is reported to be currently ongoing, according to Sahara Reporters.
The Boko Haram insurgents are said to have been attacking Dailori and Walonri villages since 7:23pm on Saturday.
Undergraduates of the University of Maiduguri residing at 202 Housing Estate are reportedly scampering for safety as explosions ring out in the Borno state capital.
A 300 level of Political Science student, Hauwa Ba’na, was quoted to have said ‘we are crying in our hostel because the explosions are loud and everyone is panicking.’
Meanwhile, a Civilian Joint Task Force confirmed the attack, saying ‘we are under attack by Boko Haram. There is heavy fighting with military in Dalori and Wanori.’
