There was pandemonium in Maiduguri, capital of Borno state, as Boko Haram insurgents attacked communities in Addawari village, Jiddari-Polo area, shooting sporadically.
According to a resident; “We have been indoors for the past two hours. Sounds of gunshot everywhere. We can’t even go out to break our fast.”
In a swift response, the military said it carried out merciless operation, and was able to neutralize Boko Haram gunmen who attempted to attack Jiddari Polo community.
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 neutralized.
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 asked not to panic as the situation is under control.
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