Troops of 25 Task Force Brigade, Operation LAFIYA DOLE of Nigerian Army while on clearance patrol also intercepted three women and children.
The women on interrogation confessed to being wives of Boko Haram terrorists who escaped from Mangusun following the ongoing clearance operation in the area by troops.
The women are currently in military custody and a preliminary investigation is ongoing.
Meanwhile, troops of 151 Task Force Battalion of operation LAFIYA DOLE while on patrol along Ngurosoye -Bama road, Borno State intercepted Boko Haram terrorists.
One member of the terrorist group was neutralized during the exchange of fire while others fled.
A statement by Brigadier General TEXAS CHUKWU Director Army Public Relations once again advised members of the public to report any suspicious movements to security agents for prompt action.