The Nigerian Army has announced that 80 Boko Haram fighters surrendered to troops of the Army 7 Division in Bama Local Government of Borno.
The surrenderers comprised commanders, foot soldiers and the terrorists’ food suppliers.
In the statement: “The terrorists among whom were commanders, suppliers and foot soldiers confirmed to have taken part in several terrorists attacks especially on Bama town, Borno, surrendered,’’ the statement said.
The army said the success is due to the continuous war against insurgency in the North-East.
“It will be recalled that we have repeatedly stated that surrender is the only option available to the insurgents.
‘’The Nigerian Army and Nigerian Air Force, in conjunction with other security agencies, are totally committed to the achievement of the 3-month Presidential deadline for the eradication of terrorism in Nigeria.
‘’Other terrorists are encouraged to also surrender or face total annihilation, as the new name of the operation states ‘achievement of total peace is a must’,’’ it said. (NAN)