Troops clear more terrorists’ camps, rescue 31
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Troops fighting the Boko Haram insurgents in the Bama axis of Borno State have cleared the camps of the terrorists in the Aulari general area located within the Sambisa forest, a statement by the Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Sani Usman, has said.
The statement read in part, “All four camps located within the area that includes Faldan, Kidiziromari, Kuroshini, Kurumari and Ngulda were cleared.
“A terrorist was killed while trying to escape while 31 persons were rescued.
“Stockpile of farm produce in metal drums, sacks and underground storage facilities were discovered. Other items recovered include several bicycles and motorcycles. Some of the farmlands yet to be harvested were also set ablaze by the terrorists. A wooden rifle used for training and practice by the terrorists was also retrieved.”
The Director of Army Public Relations also said troops of 7 Division Garrison conducted 8 fighting patrols along Leje Axis. The troops cleared the area and about 15 other villages around Leje.They include Khadadamamari, Ladin Buta, Hilmari, Kashauri, Keshan Ngala, Aiwa, Masu Kura, Mabirni, Grza 1 and 2, Mashuari, Dubenge, Tauba and Majande.
In order to stop the terrorists from fueling their terror machines, all Known routes have also been blocked to prevent them transporting livestock across borders, the statement added.
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