Nigerian Troops Repel Attack From Boko Haram In Borno

In Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State, residents jubilated after Nigerian troops resisted an early morning attack from Boko Haram members.

It was reported that Nigerian Troops forced the Boko Haram fighters out of the town thereby repelling the attack.

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It was learnt that the insurgents had reportedly stormed the town around 6:35am, shooting in all directions.

This had caused anxiety and palpable fear among residents but troops reportedly engaged them in a heavy shootout, forcing them to retreat.

A security source told Newsmen that the attackers could not stay up to 30 minutes.

“I can confirm to you that Boko Haram insurgents made an attempt this morning but it was not successful, the troops on the ground in Damboa town thwarted it immediately,” the source said.

A member of Civilians Joint Task Force, told Daily Trust that some locals sustained gunshot injuries at Kala, a suburb village near Damboa town.

“At least 8 persons sustained gunshots wounds at Kala village near Damboa town.”

“The troops did a great job and as we speak now, there is jubilation in Damboa now,” the source said.

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