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Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Cybertext(m): 8:06am On Dec 07, 2015
Sijo01:
RIP to the fallen heros.


This offensive in sambista have been on for months. Is the forest that big that victory have not be achieved yet.

Yes It is quite big... the forest span over four states, and three countries... its said to be bigger than Lagos and abia put together in land size. Its terrain is very rocky, hence difficult for heavy duty artillery vehicles to pass through.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Mynd44: 8:10am On Dec 07, 2015
Cybertext:


Yes It is quite big... the forest span over four states, and three countries... its said to be bigger than Lagos and abia put together in land size. Its terrain is very rocky, hence difficult for heavy duty artillery vehicles to pass through.
15 times bigger than Lagos
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Nobody: 8:12am On Dec 07, 2015
austentero:


Remember Sambisa is a dangerous forest with a very wide area. The battle is not supposed to be so easy but I believe NA is winning the war. Our collective prayers are needed.
R.I.P to death Gallant Soldiers.


Th most important thing is that the Nigerian government are lying to us about what's really happen in in the north east.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by ajayiopy: 8:14am On Dec 07, 2015
SmartMugu:
Sometimes I wish an atomic bomb can just be dropped in the damn forest and the whole Sambisa story is history. All the soldiers trekking through it will be unnecessary, and insurgents burnt to ashes- unless there is something else needed from there.
The place is getting more popularity than meaningful places like Yankari Game Reserve.

What you fail to understand is that the military is trying to rescue some hostages too.atomic bomb can not be used there. However the after effects of it could be deadly
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Nobody: 8:21am On Dec 07, 2015
Rest in peace gallant heroes...

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Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Sijo01(f): 8:21am On Dec 07, 2015
Cybertext:


Yes It is quite big... the forest span over four states, and three countries... its said to be bigger than Lagos and abia put together in land size. Its terrain is very rocky, hence difficult for heavy duty artillery vehicles to pass through.


Thanks for this.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by marlockj: 8:23am On Dec 07, 2015
SirJeffry:
Yea he's in NA, called him two day ago to know if he had started the due process of quitting to avoid a dent in his military record when he leaves and he was talking rvbbish.

Anyway, I will do my best with the process but to quit NA and migrate will be entirely his decision, not mine.angry

Imagine serving a country like Nigeria that doesn't declare a common holiday to celebrate its armed forces and veterans. Tufiakwaangry


Guy what is ur prblm

We are in the middle of war, you need to win a war before u celebrate, you cnt celebrate in the middle of war.

Or will celebration bring dead to life.

You talk of US army are they supernatural? Dnt they kill them too?

your cousin is in war front the best you cn do for him nw is prayer.

Is Nt every man that is as braveless (Nt in dic ) like you.

The guy is fighting for his country. You complain of no equipment,that's a lie the difference btw boko n Nigeria army is boko is ever ready to fight n die.

As for no equipment u lie big tym,what boko video attack on military barrack,Whr military run n Leav their equipment.

They hv excess my broda
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by fleksy: 8:24am On Dec 07, 2015
Ecoplexus:
How many times will they clear this Sambisa

ask google or take a trip to sambisa as a tourist
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by vislabraye(m): 8:47am On Dec 07, 2015
SirJeffry:
Yea he's in NA, called him two day ago to know if he had started the due process of quitting to avoid a dent in his military record when he leaves and he was talking rvbbish.

Anyway, I will do my best with the process but to quit NA and migrate will be entirely his decision, not mine.angry

Imagine serving a country like Nigeria that doesn't declare a common holiday to celebrate its armed forces and veterans. Tufiakwaangry

Is it so easy to quit ? May be he's in a better position to know.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Emdee590(m): 9:17am On Dec 07, 2015
Koolmexxi:
Y won't dey kill dem wen d army leadership/govt would always first spew their impending offensive and attack plans on social media first. ...
I tire oooo
Small thing, na to run go media go spread their plan
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by nurex01(m): 9:23am On Dec 07, 2015
I think d same people responsible 4 bokoharam are d same people claiming biafra.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by boujaye: 9:25am On Dec 07, 2015
austentero:


Remember Sambisa is a dangerous forest with a very wide area. The battle is not supposed to be so easy but I believe NA is winning the war. Our collective prayers are needed.
R.I.P to death Gallant Soldiers.

correct the bolded to dead

tell me thx smiley
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by slap1(m): 9:28am On Dec 07, 2015
I am sure we will never know the true number of soldiers lost to Boko Haram.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by gemale(m): 9:34am On Dec 07, 2015
21 gun salute 2 D fallen heroes. I pray dey rest in peace. Dey shld b buried with full military honors & their families shld b well taken of. It's d least we owe these unknown heroes 4 paying d supreme price in our stead.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Wizlove(m): 9:36am On Dec 07, 2015
sammyomal:

This sambisa forest has a very large mass streching through 3 states in the northeast and neighbouring countries so its gonna be a bit difficult for our soldiers to clear the BH guys there.
you're an idi.oot.Big one at that.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Nobody: 9:53am On Dec 07, 2015
Wizlove:
you're an idi.oot.Big one at that.
Like seriously dude..?
Well uve been known for insults & immatured act on NL so i have nothing to say to you.
ride on bro,bravo!!!

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Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by 1miccza: 9:54am On Dec 07, 2015
Cjrane2:


keep believing bro.

There will be another "sambisa battle next month and three soldiers lost their lives".
This war is so shrouded in secrecy, you are better off believing there was NO raid and this story is fake.Precisely why shecow always laughed at such reports because he knows nobody had any operation in sambisa

My brotheeeerrrr!!!You nailed it completely. Chop knuckle abeg!!!
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by classicabdul21: 9:58am On Dec 07, 2015
austentero:
Reports reaching us indicate that three Nigerian
soldiers have lost their lives in a bloody battle
against Boko Haram members in the notorious
Sambisa forest.
This was reportedly made known by the Army
spokesman, Sani Usman, on Sunday, December 6, in
a statement obtained by Premium Times.
The spokesman said the tragedy occurred following
the commencement of attack against the terrorists
deep inside the Sambisa forest.
Usman said many of the terrorists were also killed
during the attack, adding that several captives were
rescued by the soldiers during the operation. He
further hinted that three soldiers also sustained
various degrees of injuries in the various military
operations against the demonic group.
Below is the full statement issued by the Nigerian
Army:
Military Commence Strikes Deep Into Sambisa Forest
The Nigerian Army has commenced strikes deep
inside Sambisa forest which is believed to be the
remaining strong point of the Boko Haram terrorists.
Various units of the Army have advanced deep into
the forest clearing most of the camps therein,
rescuing persons held captive, arresting some
terrorists and destroying most of their weapons and
equipment.
Advancing troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by
the Nigerian Air Force were able to clear and destroy
Boko Haram terrorists camps at Shuari, Adembe,
Yerimari Kura, Yerimari Gana, Gonin Kurmi, Kore,
Mainya Kore, and Lopere. Additionally, the Multi-
barrel Rocket Launcher Regiment has destroyed the
terrorists camps at Dure, Dure Kore, Jokwa, as well
as several other camps.
The troops recovered foodstuff, motorcycles, flags,
Improvised Explosive Making Devices (IED) materials
and military uniforms. Among other discoveries were
the terrorists tunnels, weapons and equipment. The
soldiers also recovered 2,000 cows rustled from
various persons over time and rescued women and
children held captives by the Boko Haram. While the
animals have been moved to Kanwuri, the rescued
persons have been evacuated and are being given all
the necessary support and assistance.
During the encounter with the terrorists at Yerimari
Gana a number of Boko Haram terrorists were killed
and some suspected terrorists were arrested who are
being interrogated. However, a soldier sustained
gunshot wound and fracture on the leg.
Similarly, while advancing to destroy Nefari terrorists
camp, troops discovered and cleared 3 IEDs laid
along the route. The camp was successfully cleared
and troops have continued their advance while a
blocking force has been deployed to prevent
infiltration and possible escape by the terrorists.
Unfortunately during another encounter with the
terrorists along the axis of advance, 3 soldiers made
the supreme sacrifice, while an officer and 2 soldiers
were wounded in action.
It is instructive to note that the troops morale is very
high and being conscious of their set objective, they
are unrelenting in their determination to defeat the
Boko Haram terrorists.
In a related development, troops have also destroyed
Boko Haram terrorists camps Bulagaije and Disa,
Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State and
recovered motorcycles, Dane guns and ammunitions.
Sambisa forest is the major stronghold of the
terrorist group which has claimed the lives of no
fewer than 20,000 innocent people since 2009.
Just yesterday, December 5, reports have it that
about between 15 and 30 people were killed while
over 130 were injured after a suicide bombing
suspected to have been orchestrated by Boko Haram
members at Koulfoua island on the Chadian side of
Lake Chad.

https://www.naij.com/658439-bloody-battle-sambisa-forest-leaves-three-soldiers-dead-several-terrorists-killed.html
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by kokoA(m): 9:59am On Dec 07, 2015
Ama80:
I thought Ds same sambisa has been combed before and some hostages who were mistaken for chibok girls were released.I don't understand anymore neither do I know wat to say again.
Sambisa is not the size of a football pitch o. It's a very large expanse of land bigger than some states in Nigeria.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by classicabdul21: 9:59am On Dec 07, 2015
austentero:
Reports reaching us indicate that three Nigerian
soldiers have lost their lives in a bloody battle
against Boko Haram members in the notorious
Sambisa forest.
This was reportedly made known by the Army
spokesman, Sani Usman, on Sunday, December 6, in
a statement obtained by Premium Times.
The spokesman said the tragedy occurred following
the commencement of attack against the terrorists
deep inside the Sambisa forest.
Usman said many of the terrorists were also killed
during the attack, adding that several captives were
rescued by the soldiers during the operation. He
further hinted that three soldiers also sustained
various degrees of injuries in the various military
operations against the demonic group.
Below is the full statement issued by the Nigerian
Army:
Military Commence Strikes Deep Into Sambisa Forest
The Nigerian Army has commenced strikes deep
inside Sambisa forest which is believed to be the
remaining strong point of the Boko Haram terrorists.
Various units of the Army have advanced deep into
the forest clearing most of the camps therein,
rescuing persons held captive, arresting some
terrorists and destroying most of their weapons and
equipment.
Advancing troops of the Nigerian Army, supported by
the Nigerian Air Force were able to clear and destroy
Boko Haram terrorists camps at Shuari, Adembe,
Yerimari Kura, Yerimari Gana, Gonin Kurmi, Kore,
Mainya Kore, and Lopere. Additionally, the Multi-
barrel Rocket Launcher Regiment has destroyed the
terrorists camps at Dure, Dure Kore, Jokwa, as well
as several other camps.
The troops recovered foodstuff, motorcycles, flags,
Improvised Explosive Making Devices (IED) materials
and military uniforms. Among other discoveries were
the terrorists tunnels, weapons and equipment. The
soldiers also recovered 2,000 cows rustled from
various persons over time and rescued women and
children held captives by the Boko Haram. While the
animals have been moved to Kanwuri, the rescued
persons have been evacuated and are being given all
the necessary support and assistance.
During the encounter with the terrorists at Yerimari
Gana a number of Boko Haram terrorists were killed
and some suspected terrorists were arrested who are
being interrogated. However, a soldier sustained
gunshot wound and fracture on the leg.
Similarly, while advancing to destroy Nefari terrorists
camp, troops discovered and cleared 3 IEDs laid
along the route. The camp was successfully cleared
and troops have continued their advance while a
blocking force has been deployed to prevent
infiltration and possible escape by the terrorists.
Unfortunately during another encounter with the
terrorists along the axis of advance, 3 soldiers made
the supreme sacrifice, while an officer and 2 soldiers
were wounded in action.
It is instructive to note that the troops morale is very
high and being conscious of their set objective, they
are unrelenting in their determination to defeat the
Boko Haram terrorists.
In a related development, troops have also destroyed
Boko Haram terrorists camps Bulagaije and Disa,
Gwoza Local Government Area, Borno State and
recovered motorcycles, Dane guns and ammunitions.
Sambisa forest is the major stronghold of the
terrorist group which has claimed the lives of no
fewer than 20,000 innocent people since 2009.
Just yesterday, December 5, reports have it that
about between 15 and 30 people were killed while
over 130 were injured after a suicide bombing
suspected to have been orchestrated by Boko Haram
members at Koulfoua island on the Chadian side of
Lake Chad.

https://www.naij.com/658439-bloody-battle-sambisa-forest-leaves-three-soldiers-dead-several-terrorists-killed.html
pure lies... This source is rubbish
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Cybertext(m): 10:36am On Dec 07, 2015
Mynd44:

15 times bigger than Lagos

Lol... Yeaa!! probably 15 times or even more. The Sambisa forest according to Wikipedia is approximately 60,000 per square kilometers while Lagos is 3,577 per square kilometers
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Lothbrok(m): 11:22am On Dec 07, 2015
I feel for these gallant soldiers.
RIP

Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by Eddy2cute(m): 1:13pm On Dec 07, 2015
Ecoplexus:
How many times will they clear this Sambisa
sambisa is bigger than a whole state it can't be cleared even in 6 months.
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by holyokoto(m): 2:25pm On Dec 07, 2015
SmartMugu:
Sometimes I wish an atomic bomb can just be dropped in the damn forest and the whole Sambisa story is history. All the soldiers trekking through it will be unnecessary, and insurgents burnt to ashes- unless there is something else needed from there.
The place is getting more popularity than meaningful places like Yankari Game Reserve.

That is against international rule of war
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by SmartMugu: 4:24pm On Dec 07, 2015
holyokoto:


That is against international rule of war

Does Boko Haram follow the international rule of war?
During a physical fight, if your opponent is ready to fight you with bare hands, would you tell him to hold on because you need to inform authorities he's not putting on boxing gloves?
Re: Bloody Battle In Sambisa Forest Leaves Three Soldiers Dead by ibodom: 6:17pm On Dec 07, 2015
GudluckIBB:
Nigeria will have the victory!

No more bringing pertrators to book under GEJ, now its time to clear all the Terrorists

Welldone our soldiers, God will protect you all.

AMEN

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