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Nigerian Army frustrates Boko Haram plan attack in Yobe

By Linus Aleke

The Director Army Public Relations Brigadier General Texas Chukwu said that troops of 120 Battalion deployed in operation Lafiya Dole have successfully foiled an attempt by Boko Haram insurgents to attack one of their locations at Katarko , in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State following a tip off.

Chukwu who gave this revelation in a statement in Abuja said that the troops immediately swung into action and were able to pushed the terrorists backward following a superior fire power of the troops.

He added that some members of the terrorists group escaped into nearby bushes and efforts are on by troops to get the fleeing members of the group.

Brigadier Chukwu said that the situation has been brought under control by the troops who are currently embarking on clearance patrol.

“Residents of Yobe State in general and Katarko in particular are advised to go about their legitimate businesses and to report any suspicious activities or movement in their area to the law enforcement agents for prompt action” the Spokesperson advised.

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