Nigerian Troops Dislodge Boko Haram, Retake Bama After Days of Fighting

After days of intense fighting, Nigerian troops Monday afternoon finally flushed out Boko Haram militants from Bama in Borno State, defence authorities have said.

"FLASH: Nigerian troops have this afternoon routed terrorists from #Bama in #Borno state. Mopping up operation is ongoing. #NeverAgain", the defence headquarters tweeted.

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