Islamist Boko Haram engage military in Dikwa town, Borno

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Members of the Islamist terror group Boko Haram, are currently attacking the ancient town of Dikwa in Borno State.

Eye witness identified as Ari Bulawa said scores of insurgents stormed Dikwa around 11am today and engaged troops stattioned in the area. "The terrorists have attacked the military station in Dikwa with guns and explosives and the fight is ongoing.

"Most of our people have fled for now and only God knows how the fight will end," he said.

This is not the first time Dikwa was attacked.

More details soon...