PHOTOS: Nigerian troops eliminate 33 Boko Haram fighters , lose 2 Soldiers in Chikingudu
Troops of Special Forces Brigade in Borno State have eliminated 33 Boko Haram fighters at Chikingudu, a community in Marte local government.
PRNigeria gathered that the terrorists were killed after troops clearing Missene, Hausari and Chikungudu communities in Marte, engaged them in a gun battle, on Tuesday.
The troops, however, lost two soldiers during the battle with the terrorists.
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It was learnt that seven soldiers also sustained injuries while fighting the insurgents.
At least 25 AK-47 rifles, three anti-aircraft guns, three general-purpose machine guns, two automatic grenade launchers (AGL), and two gun trucks, among other ammunition, were recovered by troops.
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A difficult but important report. The loss of two soldiers and injuries to others should not be overlooked, even as the operation disrupted a serious security threat. Beyond the recovered weapons, continued support for affected communities, accurate reporting, and proper care for service members and their families remain essential in areas facing insurgency.