Naval officer killed as troops repel Boko Haram attack on Baga military headquarters

Boko Haram insurgents have killed a Nigerian navy officer in Borno State.

Sani Usman, army spokesman, confirmed this in a statement on Thursday.

He said the tragic incident occurred when troops repelled an attack on the headquarters of the 7 brigade multinational joint task force (MNJTF) at Baga in Borno.

Usman said the attack occurred at 7pm on Wednesday.

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He added that efforts were on going to clear the insurgents hiding in Baga and environs.

The army spokesperson urged the public to remain calm and disregard any contrary information circulating on the attack.

“We will keep you posted with development on the pursuit and mop up operations,” he said in a statement.

He said the Nigerian air force component had also been mobilised and are engaging the fleeing fighters.

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