By Kingsley Omonobi
The Nigeria Army said on Monday that its troops of the newly reinvigorated Operation Hadin Kai, successfully thwarted Boko Haram terrorist’s attempt to infiltrate into Rann Town, the capital of Kala Balge LGA of Borno State on 1 May 2021.
A statement by Brig Gen Mohammed Yerima, Director, Army Public Relations said, “The terrorists in their numbers attempted to disrupt the peace that has been enjoyed by the border town but were met with stiff resistance as the troops in the area took them on a fierce firefight which lasted about an hour.
“The terrorists withdrew in disarray with a large number of them suffering fatal injuries leaving behind several weapons and ammunition including anti-aircraft gun barrel, AK 47 rifle, handheld communication radio and different calibres of ammunition.