Another War: Bomb Explosions, Intense Gunfight Between Boko Haram & Nigerian Troops In Jigawa
Residents
of Ringim township in Jigawa State said they have experienced intense
gun fight between suspected members of Boko Haram and Nigerian troops
after some 30 bombs were exploded by militants that invaded the town.
A security source told SaharaReporters that several militants invaded
the township with bombs and rocket propelled grenades. The attack in
Jigawa marks further escalation and expansion of the sects armed
insurrection in northern parts of Nigeria.
A caller said the gunfight has continued into the night stating that
the gunmen have now taken over the home of former Inspector general of
Police, Hafiz Ringim and the police station in the township is currently
under attack.
Former Inspector General of the Nigerian Police, Ringim fled to the
UK recently and sought political asylum claiming members of the deadly
sect are after his life.
Culled from Sahara
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