The military has announced that troops of 103 Battalion under the 21 Brigade in Borno State on Saturday morning rescued 20 people from Boko Haram terrorists.
According to a statement signed by the Media Coordinator of Operation Lafiya Dole, Col. Sani Tukur, the rescued people included 14 children and six women who were held captive in the Bama axis where the operation was carried out.
The statement added that four Boko Haram enclaves were cleared during the operation, with some insurgents killed and two captured alive.
It reads: “In continuation of the offensive operations to clear the Northeast of Boko Haram activities, the troops of 103 Battalion under 21 Brigade early this morning conducted 23 kilometer wide clearance operations in RIGAGA and its adjourning villages in Bama axis.
“The operation recorded a major success. Four Boko Haram enclaves along the route of the operations were cleared and a number of terrorists killed. Two of them were captured alive and currently undergoing investigation in accordance with the Nigerian Army rules of engagement.
“The troops also rescued 20 people held in captivity by terrorists in the area. They included 14 children and six women. The recued persons are currently receiving medical and other necessary attention in our facility.” Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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Well done, troops. But stop telling us about rescued women and children - these are families of Boko Haram fighters whose best option in such situations is to claim to be captives. Only tell us about rescued women when they are identified as being among the Chibok girls.
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