The Nigerian Army says four soldiers and two officers were killed on Friday during an ambush by terrorists in Niger state.
A source said the soldiers were killed when the armoured personnel carrier being used by the troops developed a fault. He said the army is currently pursuing surviving terrorists, adding that the deceased Muslim soldiers have been buried in line with Islamic rights and approval from their families.“Troops of 1 Division Nigerian army deployed at Allawa and Erena, while on a fighting patrol to Karaga village in Shiroro local government area of Niger State had an encounter in an ambush staged by terrorists on 19 April 2024,” the statement reads.
“Sadly, the troops suffered a temporary setback as 6 personnel comprising 2 officers and 4 soldiers paid the supreme price.
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