Photos : Nigerian troops clear terrorists bases in Balmo forest , foreign mercenaries captured

Read the released statement on the The Nigerian military's website below :

Troops have cleared and taken over Balmo forest in a military operation that lasted throughout the weekend. Prior to the operation, Balmo forest stretching from Bauchi through Jigawa States with links to the fringes of Sambisa forest was used by terrorists as bases and hideouts for launching attacks.

Terrorists and armed gangs operating in the forests were completely rooted out while some were captured during the operation. Among those captured were two foreigners who are suspected to be mercenaries. Also captured are several weapons and equipment including power generating sets, communication equipment, vehicles, motorcycles, foodstuff and kitchen utensils.

In another development, over 44 terrorists have died in Kerenoa and adjoining communities, following an encounter with troops who repelled their attack on the communities. Armed with IEDs and other high caliber weapons, a large number of terrorists had carried out a predawn attack on the communities but met with stiff resistance of the troops. During the operation, several of them were captured as well as weapons and ammunitions of various calibre.

Meanwhile, troops on routine patrol around Banki and Miyanti in Borno State during the weekend fought through an ambush laid by terrorists resulting in casualties on both sides. Altogether, a total of 6 soldiers were lost in the various encounters with terrorists during the weekend while those wounded are receiving treatment.

Source : http://defenceinfo.mil.ng/troops-clear-terrorists-bases-in-balmo-forestcapture-foreign-mercenaries/

SOURCE : http://www.kingebuka.com/2014/07/photos-nigerian-troops-clear-terrorists.html

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Woowwww......God Bless our Gallant Soldiers

Eya i dont think this guys were farming for operation feed the nation in that forest oh

I hate seeing these gots alive; shoot the idiots; I wanna see thir liveless bodies; it'll gladen my hearts,

Two mercenaries hmm frm which kontry dey com frm sef. Dey shuld kut off dia two legs wit one hand nd let dem go!

Gradual move into Sambisa forest! Till they arrive, all eyes unclosed...

two foreigners...they should be given even worse punishment. Them one follow those hobos destroy our country.

Well done Nigeria Army as you all risk your lives for us to have peace and defending our dare unity.

Victory belongs to God.