Dozens killed in Nigeria fighting between army, jihadists
Fierce clashes between Nigeria forces and jihadists leave 25 soldiers and at least 40 jihadists dead, military sources and a militia leader say. FILE PHOTO
The head of a local anti-jihadist militia confirmed the military death toll and put ISWAP losses at "more than 40".
In a statement on Monday, the Multinational Joint Task Force (MNJTF) said 10 jihadists and a soldier were killed at the base while five troops were injured.
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Fierce clashes between a regional force and IS-affiliated fighters in northeast Nigeria left 25 soldiers and at least 40 jihadists dead, two military sources and a militia leader said Thursday.
