Boko Haram terrorists have killed an army captain in the Izge community of Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
The terrorists who struck in the early hours of Wednesday at about 1 am also killed a soldier.
Confirming the incident, the Emir of Gwoza, HRH Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, said
“It’s true that my people in Izge community came under Boko Haram attack around 1am. Unfortunately, a Captain and a Soldier paid the supreme price.
But our gallant troops, the Civilian JTF, hunters, vigilantes and the resilient community members also killed three terrorists. The terrorists abandoned their weapons, over 10 motorcycles and they are still on the run, while being trailed by our security men,” he said.
He prayed for the souls of those who lost their lives and commended the gallant soldiers for coordinating other security operatives to repel the attack.
“May Allah (SWT) grant the departed souls Jannatul firdaus. Our gallant men are still in the bush, sacrificing their lives to maintain peace in the society, ” he said
This recent attack comes days after the insurgents attacked the 27 Task Force Brigade, Buni Yadi, Gujba LGA of Yobe State, killing at least four soldiers and destroying much operational equipment.
