Nigerian troops completely dislodge Boko Haram terrorists from their bases in five Borno towns

The Defence headquarters today said Special Forces have cleared Damboa, Delwa, Mustafari, Manga and Wanga towns in Borno state of terrorists. A statement by the Director Defence Information Major General Chris Olukolade said: “Special Forces in the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign have cleared Delwa, Mustafari, Manga, Wanga and Damboa of terrorists who have been rampaging in the communities.” He added that the special operation which began early in the week is meant to restore law and order to the area and apprehend all terrorists who have been operating in the locality. General Olukolade said: “The operation which has so far lasted 40 hours has dove-tailed into the mop up phase during which the remnants of insurgents are being cleared from the communities.” He explained that the mop up phase will also ascertain the casualties as additional efforts are also been made to ensure the protection of innocent civilians during the operation. General Olukolade also said: “Troops are also involved in manoeuvres to apprehend terrorists who have been attacking Gwoza and surrounding localities since Tuesday causing the death of many civilians.”

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