The Nigerian Army this evening announced the successful repelling of the daring attack on a military facility in Borno State by Boko Haram terrorists. As reported earlier in the day by News Express, the attack started in the wee hours of the morning and raged for several hours.
Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Colonel Sani Kukasheka Usman, said in a terse statement: “Nigerian troops have successfully repelled an attack by Boko Haram terrorists who attempted an incursion into 113 Battalion at Kareto Northern Borno State.
“The timely response of the troops involved air cover as more reinforcement have been deployed
“The area is now cool and calm.”
•Photo shows Nigerian Air Force fighter jet on duty against Boko Haram. NAF aerial power helped in defeating Boko Haram today at Kareto in Borno State.
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