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Recent reports have claimed that Boko Haram insurgents attacked and dislodged a military base in Malam-Fatori, Borno State, resulting in significant casualties among Nigerian Army personnel.
However, this reports is not correct as the 149 Battalion mentioned is actually part of Sector 2 operations in Yobe State, not stationed in Malam-Fatori.
The troops of the 149 Battalion were conducting an operation in the Timbuktu Triangle when they came under a suicide attack by Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) fighters who deployed a Person Borne Vehicle Improvised Explosive Device against the troops.
Tragically, the Commanding Officer, a Lieutenant Colonel, and few others lost their life during this encounter. This incident occurred during an offensive maneuver, into the Timbuktu Triangle and not at a static military base.
Makama therefore emphasized that NO military base in Malam-Fatori was overrun or dislodged, urging the public to disregard these false reports.
He also called on media outlets to verify information before publication to prevent the spread of misinformation that could undermine ongoing counter-terrorism efforts.
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