Nigerian troops today recorded a significant victory in the war against Boko Haram, over-running four terrorist strongholds inside the previously dreaded Sambisa Forest in Borno State.

Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, said in a statement issued this night in Abuja, a copy of which was made available to News Express:

“This is to inform you that our gallant troops have been making progress in the desired aim of ridding the nation of terrorists and their sanctuaries. It is heartwarming to inform you that today, troops continued the offensive and cleared 4 key terrorists camps in Sambisa forest, Borno State. So far, they have destroyed and cleared Sassa, Tokumbere and two other camps in the general area of Alafa, all within the Sambisa forest.

“The troops rescued 200 abducted girls (not Chibok girls) and 93 women. They are presently being processed. Similarly, a number of equipment and weapons have been captured. We will send further details and photographs soon.”

•Photo shows some of the abducted Chibok girls (not among those so far rescued).