Soldiers kill 2 horse-riding terrorists in Borno village

Soldiers of the Nigerian Army killed two suspected Boko Haram militants in

In the ambush operation, the army had responded to a distress call about terrorists mounted on 14 horses in the community.

This was disclosed in a statement signed by Deputy Director Public Relations in charge of the 8 Task Force, Col. Timothy Atingha, who said, "Troops of 242 Battalion of 8 Task Force Division have continued to deny the remnants of Boko Haram terrorists in the Lake Chad area freedom of action and access to logistics within the division's area of responsibility.

"At about 3pm yesterday (Thursday), troops responding to a distress call intercepted terrorists mounted on 14 horses in Malamti village, Guzamala Local Government Area of Borno State.

"In the ensuing fireight, gallant troops killed two terrorists and recovered two AK 47 rifles, three magazines, 26 rounds of 7.26 ammunition and one hand grenade.

"Other items also recovered include 18 mobile phones, three mini solar panels, soap and detergents, bundles of assorted clothes and eight horses."

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Col. Atingha also said that two soldiers were wounded during the firefight and are being treated for their injuries.