The road connecting Borno and Yobe states has become a perilous route due to a series of deadly attacks in recent times.
According to reliable sources, an attack took place on Thursday evening, resulting in the tragic deaths of a lieutenant officer, a driver, a gunner, and four other soldiers.
Unverified reports suggest that several terrorists and attackers were also killed during an exchange of gunfire with troops near Kamuya village, located just a short distance from Buratai, the hometown of former Chief of Army Staff, Lt. General Tukur Yusuf Buratai (retired).
A security source confirmed this information to our correspondent on Saturday.
“According to the situation report, terrorists ambushed soldiers from the 135th Special Force Battalion Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Buratai while they were traveling to Damaturu, the capital of Yobe State, to buy fuel,” the source said.
“Tragically, one officer, along with a driver, a gunner, and four other escorts, lost their lives,” the source added.
The situation on the Borno-Yobe road remains a cause for concern, as the frequency of attacks has made it a dangerous route for travelers and security personnel alike.
These recent events highlight the ongoing security challenges faced by the region and emphasize the need for increased efforts to combat terrorism and ensure the safety of citizens.
Source: Vanguard News
