Military moves to seize control of Borno towns as Boko Haram Kills 100

Special Forces in the ongoing counter-terrorism campaign have cleared Delwa, Mustafari, Manga, Wanga and Damboa of terrorists who have been rampaging in the communities. The special operation which began early in the week is meant to restore law and order to the area and apprehend all terrorists who have been operating in the locality,the DHQ has said.
Defence Spokesman ,Major General Chris Olukolade said in a statement that the operation which has so far lasted 40 hours has dove-tailed into the mop up phase during which the remnants of insurgents are being cleared from the communities. The mop up phase will also ascertain the casualties as additional efforts are also been made to ensure the protection of innocent civilians during the operation.
Meanwhile, the statement said troops are also involved in manoeuvres to apprehend terrorists who have been attacking Gwoza and surrounding localities since Tuesday causing the death of many civilians. More details later.
However ,reports said at least 100 people have been killed in Gwoza, Borno State after a massive atteack by Boko Haram members reportedly dressed like soldiers.
The whereabouts of the new Emir of Gwoza is unknown since Wednesday .The new emir succeed another who was killed in an ambush suspected to have been laid by Boko Haram months ago.