Nigerian Army kills 12 Boko Haram fighters, rescue 241 in Borno

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The Nigerian Army troops of Operation Lafiya Dole have neutralized several fighters in clearance operations across the theatres of operation in Borno State, the Defence Headquarters says.

The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Major General John Enenche, disclosed this in a statement in Abuja.

Enenche said the troops of Army Super Camp Gamboru, while on clearance operation at Mudu town on May 24, neutralized 12 Boko Haram fighters.

He added that the troops also rescued 241 persons in captivity of the fighters comprising 105 women and 136 children.

According to him, four Boko Haram fighters’ flags, one motorcycle, two bicycles, one amplifier and two sewing machines were recovered.