Military Air Strikes Repel Boko Haram Terrorists Attack, Kill 20 In Monguno Town

The Nigeria Defence Headquarters has disclosed that Ground troops of Sector 3 and Air Task Force Operation LAFIYA DOLE have successfully repelled attack by Boko Haram terrorist and the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) who attempted to breach Munguno Town in Borno State.

In a statement on Sunday, the Coordinator Defence Media Operations, Major-General John Enenche disclosed that during the combined counter-attack by the Ground Troops and the Air Component on Saturday June 13, 20 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters were killed and four of their gun trucks destroyed.

“During the combined brave Sector 3 counter attack and precise ISR and munition delivery by the Air Task Force, 20 Boko Haram/ISWAP fighters were neutralized and 4 of their gun trucks destroyed,” Enenche noted.

“The troops also captured some of the terrorists and their equipment.”

The High Command of the Armed Forces of Nigeria commended the Land component and Air Task Force of Operation LAFIYA DOLE for their dexterity and professionalism exhibited during the operation.

“The #troops are further encouraged to remain resolute and decisive in their ground and air offensives in the theatre,” the defence spokesperson concluded.

The Defence Headquarters also revealed the video of the attack. Watch below.