Boko Haram Kills Army Captain, Soldier During Attack In Borno

Boko Haram terrorists launched a deadly midnight attack on Izge community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing an army captain and a soldier.

The Emir of Gwoza, Mohammed Shehu Timta, confirmed the assault happened around 1 a.m. on Wednesday, May 7, 2025.

According to him, the insurgents stormed the farming village, firing shots randomly.

However, the Nigerian military, backed by local hunters, vigilantes, and the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), quickly responded and managed to push back the attackers.

Three terrorists were killed during the clash, and several of their items were recovered, including a military-style vehicle, motorcycles, bicycles, a high-powered rifle, and ammunition.

Speaking with Channels Television, the traditional ruler praised the quick response and bravery of the military, local defenders, and residents of Izge.

Timta also offered prayers for the fallen officers and sympathized with their families over the loss.

The Emir stressed the urgency of federal intervention, especially as the farming season begins.

He said, “My people in Izge community came under Boko Haram invasion today at about 1am. Unfortunately, a Captain and a Soldier paid the supreme price. But in a brave and swift reaction from the military, men of the Civilian Joint Task Force, Local hunters, vigilantes and the resilient community the attack was repelled with killing of three terrorists.

“As the community is still trailing the terrorists, over 10 bicycles, motorcycles, one sized military vehicle and one sophisticated rifle with ammunition were recovered from the terrorists.

“Let me commend our military forces, other security agencies, men of CJTF, local hunters and vigilantes and our resilient people for their bravery, because as I speak, many people are still in the bush combing the whereabouts of the fleeing terrorists.

“Let me equally commend our passionate governor, Professor Babagana Zulum for his relentless efforts in providing enabling resources to the security agencies and our CJTF members in the fight against Boko Haram/ISWAP terrorists which has brought about relative peace and resettlement of many displaced people back to their ancestral homes.

“I want to equally call on the federal government to equip our security forces with technological warfare/weapons to defeat the remnants of Boko Haram members terrorising our communities almost on daily basis”.

KanyiDaily recalls that Boko Haram insurgents recently launched an attack on a military base in Yobe after governors from the North-East held their 11th regional meeting in Damaturu.