In a brazen attack, Boko Haram insurgents targeted a Nigerian Army base in Borno State, leaving several soldiers dead and military vehicles in flames. The assault occurred late Friday night in a remote location near the Lake Chad region, where the insurgents launched a surprise offensive.
Eyewitnesses reported heavy gunfire and explosions as the militants overwhelmed the base, causing significant casualties. The Nigerian Army is yet to confirm the exact number of soldiers killed, but sources indicate the losses were substantial.
Military sources disclosed that reinforcements have been deployed to the area to reclaim the base and track the fleeing attackers. The incident underscores the persistent threat posed by Boko Haram in Nigeria’s northeast, despite ongoing counter-insurgency operations.
Local residents have expressed fear over the deteriorating security situation and called for heightened military presence to protect vulnerable communities.
Source:@SaharaReporters
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