The Morning Call
An onslaught against the military in Nigeria’s northeast has left at least 70 soldiers dead. Boko Haram fighters carried out the attack in an ambush near Goneri village in northern Yobe state, according to military officials and villagers.
Nigeria’s defence military has confirmed the news saying it had suffered some casualties in an unfortunate attack. So what really happened?
First, we know that the ambush that led to the unfortunate casualties according to the defence ministry occurred near the town of Goneri. But it had actually not started there. According to some sources, Nigeria’s military had tried to launch an offensive against the Boko Haram armed group over the weekend but got cornered as they advanced.
up next
The Morning Call
The Morning Call is about you. We want to share your opinions on our programme. If you want to contribute to The Morning Call, here are the best ways to get in touch :
Post your comment on Twitter with
#themorningcall
Sms or Whatsapp us to (+242) 064 77 90 90
Email us on morningcall
@africanews.com
Leave a voice message
here
01:23
Chad declares state of emergency in Lake Chad region after Boko Haram attacks
Go to video
Chad declares three days of national mourning after Boko Haram attack
Go to video
Mali's junta leader appoints new army chief of staff following attacks
01:00
Pope Leo XIV swears in 28 new Swiss Guards in Vatican ceremony
01:07
Boko Haram attack on Chad army base kills at least 24 people
01:02
Islamic State claims attack that killed 29 in northeastern Nigeria