Boko Haram Ambush Leaves 11 Dead, Dozens of Terrorists Neutralized

According to recent reports, a Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorist ambush has left 11 persons dead, including a commanding officer and several soldiers, Civilian Joint Task Force members, and vigilantes. The attack occurred along Kashimri village in the Bama local government area of Borno State, while troops of 21 Brigade, Operation Hadin Kai, were on their way for a clearance operation. The terrorists suffered significant casualties during the exchange of gunfire, with over 30 neutralized and scores fleeing with gunshot wounds.

Key Takeaways:

11 persons were killed in the Boko Haram ambush, including a commanding officer, 6 soldiers, 2 Civilian Joint Task Force members, and 2 vigilantes.
The ambush occurred along Kashimri village in the Bama local government area of Borno State.
The attack was on troops of 21 Brigade, Operation Hadin Kai, who were on their way for a clearance operation.
The terrorists launched a surprise attack, but troops responded swiftly with firepower, neutralizing over 30 terrorists.
Several terrorists fled with gunshot wounds.
The military source stated that troops have sustained high spirit and further operations are ongoing to maintain pressure on the terrorists and deny them freedom of movement.

Statistics:

11 persons were killed in the ambush.
6 soldiers were killed.
2 Civilian Joint Task Force members were killed.
2 vigilantes were killed.
Over 30 terrorists were neutralized.
Several terrorists fled with gunshot wounds.

Sources:

"Security sources, according to the report obtained by our correspondent, said the insurgents launched the attack while troops were on their way for a clearance operation." (exact source not provided)
"The military source said, 'Unfortunately, the Officer who led the clearance operation (...Name withheld) with some soldiers, two members of Civilian Joint Task Force and two vigilantes paid the supreme price during the encounter.'" (exact source not provided)