Young Nigerian army killed by Boko Haram today (Photos)

Report filtering in from Maiduguri says Boko Haram terrorists have killed a Nigerian army Lieutenant in an attack in Magumeri town in Magumeri LGA of Borno State on Wednesday evening, reports Saharareporters.

                        
It was gathered that the militants ambushed Lieutenant AC Oguntoye and his colleagues on their way to Gubio from a shooting range competition in Monguno. .

The officers were pinned down by terrorists in Magumeri where they razed down houses, including a police station in the town. The militants rode into the area in 10 utility vehicles, shooting and attacking military formations.


A press release from the Nigerian police stated that a police Sergeant Haliru Aliyu was also killed in the attack, while another sustained leg injury from gunshots. A spokesperson to the Nigerian army later said the insurgents who were being shielded by members of the Magumeri community have been subdued. Share This Post

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