The Nigerian Army has started preparations to probe the death of Lt. Col Abu Ali and six other soldiers during an attack in Mallam Fatori, Borno State last week Friday, The Punch reports. The six other soldiers were Sgt. Mu’Azu Ibrahim, Sgt. Hussain Jafaru, Sgt. Bassey Okon, Cpl. Chukwu Simon, Able Seaman Patrick Paul and... Read More

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November 6, 2016

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Before his death, slain Lt.-Col. Abu was preparing for Sambisa operation

Slain Lieutenant Colonel, Muhammad Abu-Ali was set to be withdrawn from his duties at Mallam Fatori, northern Borno before he was killed by Boko Haram terrorists on Friday night, The Cable reports. According to a senior Army official, Abu-Ali who was commanding officer of the 272 Task Force Tank Battalion, was already making preparations to participate in... Read More

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September 21, 2016

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Troops kill Boko Haram terrorists, reclaim town in Borno

Troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE and Multinational Joint Task Force have captured Mallam Fatori town in Borno State. This was revealed in a statement by Army Spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman on Wednesday. Usman said the troops were involved in a fierce battle closely covered by air operations with the terrorists. He said the troops killed some... Read More

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