Suspected Boko Haram terrorists attacked the recently relocated Yamtake community in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, killing two soldiers and an unknown number of civilians. 

Security and local sources verified the attack, stating that the attackers entered the communities at approximately 11:15 p.m. on Thursday. 

According to one of the military sources, the attackers had already caused damage when they stormed the Yamtake military formation before a reinforcement team was sent from Gwoza.

"We are waiting for the reinforcement team to return, but we learnt that two of our men and other civilians were affected. I advise we wait until they return,” he said.

But Senator Ali Ndume (APC, Borno South) claimed to have communicated with Yamtake village members ever since the tragedy.

“It is unfortunate that our people in Yamtake village came under deadly Boko Haram invasion last night (Thursday). It’s one of the communities that received its IDPs recently, they were resettled by Borno State Government.”

“It is very sad that two soldiers paid the supreme price, while an unspecified number of innocent civilians were among the casualties. May their gentle souls rest in peace.

“But let me also commend Brig. Gen. Nasir Abdullahi, the Brigade Commander 26 Task Force and his gallant troops for their unwavering sacrifices and doggedness in repelling several attacks, especially those targeted at Gwoza town.

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