Nigerian troops today succeeded in clearing Boko Haram out of Madagali, the last place held by the terrorists in Adamawa State.
The Director Defence Information, Major General Chris Olukolade, who has been on a tour mission in the North-East, disclosed that there were no casualties on the side of the Nigerian forces, which included the Army, Airforce and other security agencies.
He disclosed that mopping up is ongoing and promised that more details would be provided by Defence Headquarters.
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