In a merciless operation, Nigerian troops on Wednesday evening neutralised Boko Haram gunmen who attempted to attack Jiddari Polo community in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital.

Announcing the elimination of armed terrorists, the Army Spokesperson, Brigadier Sani Kukasheka Usman said: “There was an attempt by a few suspected Boko Haram to attack Jiddari Polo and all have been neutralised. Situation cool and calm.”

Residents of the area who had planned to flee their homes were reassured with rapid response of Nigerian troops.

There is heavy security presence as the residents of the community were not to panic as the situation is under control. (PRNigeria)