BEVERLY HILLS, September 01, (THEWILL) – The Nigerian army has declared that the military has killed the individual originally identified as Shekau, as well as his impostor.
This was disclosed in Adamawa state, on Thursday, by Major General Lucky Irabor, Commander of Operation Lafiya Dole, Nigeria’s military operation set up to battle Boko Haram, who described videos of Shekau released by Boko Haram as a façade.
“I can confirm to you that the original Shekau was killed, the second Shekau was killed also.
“I can also confirm to you that few days ago, the man presenting himself as Shekau, was wounded. We are yet to confirm whether he is dead or not.
“The Army does not make statements that are not based on facts.
“They released videos to prove that they are still active, but that’s just a facade.
“The Nigerian troops fighting insurgency in the North-east, will continue the military operations until the last terrorist is taken out.”
Irabor, who was on a tour of Adamawa State, as part of the formations under his command, insisted that there had been division among the Boko Haram as a result of the constant pressure put on them by the Army.
This is not the first time that the army would pronounce Shekau dead, but the militant leader has been known for releasing videos to debunk the claims.
Story by David Oputah
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