Nigeria: 2 Soldiers Killed as military van runs into explosive device in Sokoto


At least two soldiers were reportedly killed and several others injured after an improvised explosive device (IED) allegedly exploded on a military vehicle conveying troops to Bargaja community in Isa Local Government Area of Sokoto State.

A resident who spoke on condition of anonymity alleged that the attackers planted an IED along the Isa-Bargaja road before the arrival of the troops.

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Source: Daily Trust News


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