Five soldiers have been killed by Boko Haram’s Improvised Explosive Device, IED, planted on Pridang-Bitta in Borno State.
A statement by the spokesman for the Nigerian Army, Texas Chukwu, said the insurgents also ambushed the troops after the detonation of the mine.
Mr Chukwu, a brigadier-general, said the troops however repelled the attack and killed many terrorists.
“Troops of 271 Tasks Force Battalion deployed in Operation Lafiya Dole today Thursday 31 May 2018, while on clearance operation along Pridang-Bitta in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, fought through an ambush staged by elements of Boko Haram Terrorists.
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“During the fight troops ran into Improvised Explosive Device (IED) buried along Pridang-Bitta road by Boko Haram Terrorists before encountering the ambush.
“In the fire fight that ensued, the gallant troops fought through the ambush, they neutralized several Boko Haram Terrorists, while others fled with gunshot wounds.
“Sadly, five military personnel paid the supreme price as a result of the Improvised Explosive Device attack.
“The remains of the deceased personnel have been promptly evacuated to 7 Division Medical Services and Hospital,” he added.
