Troops, Hunters Kill 5 Boko Haram Fighters in Borno

Troops and local hunters have repelled a Boko Haram attack on Warambe village in Gwoza, Borno State, killing five insurgents.

The terrorists stormed the newly resettled community around 6am on Friday but were overpowered by the combined forces. Arms and ammunition were recovered and handed over to the military.

Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) confirmed the incident and praised the swift action of the troops and hunters, saying it boosted the morale of residents.