boko haram attacks. airforce base and airport in borno
According to news reports, the Composite Group Air Force Base in
Maiduguri, the Maiduguri International Airport and other places in Borno
State were attacked in the early hours of this morning by gunmen
believed to be members of Boko Haram. The gunmen, said to be over
300, attacked with heavy artillery including Rocket Propelled Grenade
Launchers.
Several people were killed by the explosives which the terrorist
planted in targeted areas, including the newly constructed trailer park
along Damaturu- Maiduguri road, military check points, residential and
public buildings. Some Boko Haram members and securities operatives
were killed in the attack.
The attack this morning has prompted a 24-hour curfew in the city.
Only vehicles on emergency calls and essential services are allowed to
move for now.
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