The Nigerian Army on Wednesday confirmed that some of its soldiers who were attacked in the border town of Gashigar in Borno, had returned, according to Daily Post. The Theater Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, Maj.-Gen. Lucky Irabor stated this while briefing newsmen in Maiduguri. “It is true that about 39 soldiers were declared missing. “I... Read More

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October 18, 2016

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13 soldiers wounded, others missing after attack by Boko Haram

The Army has said some soldiers have gone missing after an attack by Boko Haram on troops in Gashigar, Borno State. In a statement by Army spokesperson, Col. Sani Usman, the army said the group attack the soldiers at about 5:30 p.m. on Monday. Usman said the troops suffered a “temporary setback” and had to withdraw from the... Read More

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July 23, 2016

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Missing soldiers: 5 found in stable condition

The Nigerian Army has said five more soldiers and officers declared missing in last Wednesday’s ambush at Gongon village in Borno have been found. Army spokesman, Col. Sani Usman, said in a statement on Saturday that the commanding officer of the unit was among those found by the search party. He said, “It will be... Read More

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