80 members of the the terror group , Boko Haram, have surrendered to the troops of the Nigerian Army in Borno State, the Nigerian Army spokesman has confirmed.
Acting Director, Army Public Relations, Col. Sani Usman, in a statement said those who surrendered participated in several attacks in Bama, Borno State.
Sections of the statement reads, “The terrorists among whom were commanders, suppliers and foot soldiers confirmed to have partook in several terrorist attacks especially on Bama town, Borno State, surrendered as a result of the intense heat and continuous offensive action embarked by troops.
“It will be recalled that we have repeatedly stated that surrender is the only option available to insurgents as the Nigerian Army and Nigerian Air Force in conjunction with other security agencies are totally committed to the achievement of the threemonth presidential deadline for the eradication of terrorism in Nigeria.
“Other terrorists are encouraged to also surrender or face total annihilation. As the new name of the operation states ‘achievement of total peace is a must’.”