A Brigadier-General of the Nigerian Army has been reportedly
shot dead as the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) ambushed him and
other personnel in Bulguma, a few kilometers from Askira town in Askira Uba
Local Government Area of Borno State.
It was learnt that the General, who is yet to be identified,
was alongside other soldiers attacked by the terrorist group while they were on
their way to Askira Uba town where the military and the ISWAP were exchanging
gunfire.
According to reports, troops of 28 Task Force Brigade,
Chibok, had mobilised to provide reinforcement in the area following the
attack.
Hundreds of residents of Askira
Uba town, on Saturday fled to mountains and nearby villages following an attack
by ISWAP fighters.
More to follow…..
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