SAMBISA FOREST: Another set of 234 women, children rescued

After last week's victory recorded by the Nigerian Army in the dreaded Sambisa Forest, another set of 234 women and children have been rescued, bringing the total number to 687.

A statement from Defence headquarters said the women and children have been evacuated to join others at the screening center.

“This set is in addition to the previous individuals earlier rescued during the ongoing operation in the area” it said.

The assault on the forest is continuing from various fronts and efforts are concentrated on rescuing hostages of civilians and destroying all terrorists camps and facilities in the forest.

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