Sani Usman, spokesman of the Nigeria Arm, has disclosed that Seven members of the Boko haram sect were killed in an ambush by men of the 7 brigade, in Borno.
According to the spokesman of the army, some of the insurgents escaped from the “gallant troops” with injuries.
“Troops of 7 Brigade have ambushed and killed 7 Boko Haram terrorists at Dawashi early this (Sunday) morning,” the statement read.
“The gallant troops that laid in wait at the terrorists suspected crossing point, engaged them on sight, killed the 7 terrorists.
“The troops recovered 1 Peugeot Station Wagon loaded with 2,010 litres of Premium Motor Spirit packed in 67 Jerri cans, uniforms, some materials and Improvised Explosive making Devices (IEDs). “Others items recovered include, dry cell batteries, 1 AK-47 rifle, tools and fish.”