Troops clear escaping Boko Haram members

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Troops of 21 Brigade Bama, under 7 Division area of operational responsibility, in a blocking position, have at the early hours of today (Friday), succeeded in clearing escaping Boko Haram terrorists that came through Sabsawa axis of Sambisa forest.

Defence Headquarters Nigeria's photo.

The troops also recovered a Toyota Hilux, 2 AK-47 rifles with registration numbers 58006915 and KO 35839, as well as 37 rounds of 12.7mm metal linked ammunition.

Defence Headquarters Nigeria's photo.

Unfortunately, one officer sustained injury during the encounter. He is however in a stable condition.

Defence Headquarters Nigeria's photo.