 The Nigerian Army on Monday says troops in conjunction with the air component of Operation Hadinkai have killed 12 suspected Boko Haram and Islamic State West African Provinces members during a gun duel in Boron state. The suspected terrorists were said to have attempted an attack on one of the military operational bases in Bula Yobi, was fled following the resistance from the troops. However, two soldiers were killed and five injured during the encounter. According to a statement by the director of Army Public Relations, Oye Ma Uachuku, the injured troops are receiving medical attention.