Insurgents suspected to be members of the Islamic State of West Africa Province (ISWAP) have attacked and razed a military formation in Kwamdi village, Damboa Local Government Area of Borno State.
The terrorists reportedly overran the formation on Tuesday evening and carted away weapons belonging to the military after a gun duel.
The fighters were believed to have stormed the area in 10 utility vehicles. They burnt down one Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) and a gun truck.
According to a member of the Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF), Hamidu Abu, the deadly group targeted soldiers’ camp but not residents.
He further disclosed to Daily Trust that the base was razed down as several valuables were stolen by the assailants.
“They came at about 4pm and due to the sand storms, it was difficult for soldiers to repel them. They burnt down the base including APC and four other vehicles.
“I can’t ascertain if there was any causality figure,” Abu said.
