Troops kill 16 militants, lose three soldiers in Adamawa

Summary

Operation Hadin Kai said its troops killed 16 militants in Adamawa State, while three soldiers died in separate attacks on nearby military locations.

Highlights

• The army said the clash happened in the Boima area of Gombi Local Government Area.
• It said the incident took place between September 30 and October 1.
• Operation Hadin Kai said the operation involved a ground ambush, an air strike and defensive counter-operations.
• The military said three soldiers were killed in attacks on 226 Battalion in Garkida and 232 Battalion in Garaha.
• It said troops recovered rifles, magazines and other weapons after the Boima engagement.