The Nigerian Army says a number of its troops are missing after they ran into an ambush by Boko Haram terrorists in Borno state.
In a statement, the Army explains that the attack occurred while the troops were returning to their defensive locations after operations to clear remnants of the insurgents at Guro Gongon village and its environs.
It adds that the operation led to the destruction of the terrorists’ makeshift camps and recovery of various weapons including an anti-aircraft gun, an armored personnel carrier, as well as motorcycles used by the militants.
Unfortunately, 19 soldiers and 3 civilian JTF members were said to have been wounded during the encounter.
The Army has vowed to ensure that everyone involved in the operation is accounted for and has dispatched Special Forces Personnel to locate the missing troops.