Fear gripped residents of Benisheikh in Borno State late Tuesday night as suspected Boko Haram fighters launched a sudden attack on the town.
But in a dramatic turn, Nigerian Army troops under Operation Hadin Kai stood their ground and pushed the attackers back.
The clash reportedly started around 11:15 p.m., catching many off guard as heavy gunfire filled the air.
This late-night battle is what many Nigerians are reacting to right now. The full details above are drawing serious attention across the country.
People are already trying to piece together what really happened during the attack.
Security sources revealed that troops from the 29 Task Force Brigade came under serious pressure but refused to give in.
After intense fighting, the terrorists were forced to retreat.
Thankfully, no soldier lost his life.
However, three troops were injured and quickly rushed to a military hospital for treatment.
While the exact number of casualties among the attackers is still unknown, the military has launched follow-up operations to track those who escaped.
For now, the area is said to be calm… but many are still on edge.
One question remains… how long before the next attack?
