Boko Haram terrorists in 10-gun trucks attack military base in Yobe

Boko Haram terrorists operating in 10-gun trucks reportedly attacked a Nigerian military base in Gujba Local Government Area of Yobe State, on Saturday.

Residents, according to media reports, said that the terrorists drove into Katarko village in 10-gun trucks and attacked the military formation, where they engaged the security operatives at the base in heavy shootings.

The residents were forced to run into the nearby bushes for safety but a military source said the troops repelled the attack.

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The ambush was said to be the third time the community had been attacked by insurgents this year alone.

Katarko is located 20 kilometers South-East of Damaturu, the state capital and has witnessed frequent attacks by the insurgents.