- Safiu Kehinde
An army captain and a soldier have been killed by Boko Haram insurgents during an overnight attack on Izge community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State.
This is coming barely two weeks after President Bola Tinubu charged service chiefs to curtail the spate of insecurity and killings across the country. especially in the northern Nigeria.
Confirming the incident which reportedly occurred around 1am on Wednesday, the Emir of Gwoza, His Royal Highness Alhaji Mohammed Shehu Timta, said the terrorists stormed the village and clashed with security forces.
Timta however lauded the swift response of security personnel, including the Nigerian Army, Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), hunters, and vigilantes.
“It’s true that my people in Izge community came under Boko Haram attack around 1am. Unfortunately, a Captain and a Soldier paid the supreme price,” he said.
“But our gallant troops, the Civilian JTF, hunters, vigilantes and the resilient community members also killed three terrorists.
“The terrorists abandoned their weapons, over 10 motorcycles and they are still on the run, while being trailed by our security men,” he said.
While offering prayers to the fallen soldiers, the Emir offered prayers for the fallen soldiers and praised their bravery in defending the community, the Emir urged the federal government to strengthen the fight against terrorism by equipping security forces with modern technological warfare tools.
He also extended his gratitude to Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, for his continuous logistical support to security agencies.