No fewer than three soldiers were killed by members of the terrorists group, Boko Haram, who invaded Magumeri town in Borno State on Saturday.
This is according to the Deputy Director, Public Relations, 8 Task Force Division of the Army, Timothy Antigha.
Antigha made the disclosure in a statement released in Maiduguri.
The statement reads: “At about 6.00pm yesterday, 25th November 2017, suspected elements of Boko Haram terrorists attempted to attack Magumeri.
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“As a prelude to the intended attack on the town, the terrorists attempted to dislodge the Forward Operational Base in Magumeri, Borno State.
“However, soldiers of 5 Brigade Garrison located in the town repelled the attack. The troops fought gallantly. Unfortunately, 3 soldiers lost their lives, while 6 others sustained injuries.”
Antigha added that the bodies of the late soldiers had been evacuated, while those wounded were receiving medical attention.
He said further that the military was doing everything to ensure the safety and security of the people of the area.
“To this end, they are to continue pursuing their legitimate activities without any fear,” he said.
