Nigeria: 13 security forces killed in Boko Haram ambush

Nigeria: 13 security forces killed in Boko Haram ambush

Several Boko Haram fighters also died in fight, says army spokesman

By Rafiu Ajakaye

LAGOS, Nigeria (AA) - Nigerian army has said at least 13 security operatives -- including soldiers and policemen -- were killed in an ambush by Boko Haram fighters in the restive northeast region.

Army spokesman Onyema Nwachukwu said in a statement late Tuesday that the troops ran into the ambush along the Maiduguri-Damaturu road during an escort mission.

“The gallant troops engaged the terrorists in a fire fight, courageously wading through the ambush,” said the statement.

Several Boko Haram fighters also died in the ensuing fight, it added.

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