action during the attack on Baga town, Borno State by Boko Haram
insurgents last Saturday.
A statement issued by Director, Defence Information, Major-General
Chris Olukolade, confirmed this, adding that over 30, who were
wounded, have been receiving medical attention.
He further stated that most of those declared missing in action had
also rejoined their unit in the ongoing reorganisation for further
operations.
General Olukolade added that although, several of the terrorists died
in the course of the attack, the actual figure of civilian casualties
has yet to be creditably determined.
According to the Military Spokesperson, troops are on mopping up
operation around Damaturu after successfully foiling and containing
the terrorists attempt to occupy parts of the town.
--ChannelsTV
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