
Nigerian troops repelled an attack by Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters on a military base in Pulka, Borno State, according to military spokesperson Goni, as reported by Vanguard. The soldiers' response reportedly forced the attackers to abandon the assault and withdraw with casualties, while military positions across Pulka remained under the control of security forces, the statement said.
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