The Nigerian military launched heavy offensive attacks in Adamawa State to recapture towns that have been siezed by Boko Haram.

The attack launched on Monday, which lasted through the night touched the towns of Bazza, Michika and Madagali was launched from the town of Vimtim.

Sources reveal that about 400 boko haram members were killed, while the Nigerian Military had about 70 casualties.

Contacted on the development, Director of Defence Information, Major General Chris Olukolade confirmed the fighting but stated he cannot give casualty figures or full details as operatives on ground were yet to furnish him with the situation report. He said he would give details when the operation is concluded.

Another source reveals that the army came in on Sallah day and since then fierce fighting has been on. But, as you can see the insurgents are moving away and the military are following them, adding that the insurgents who were in their thousands came through Uba and attacked the Nigeria troops. That is, the Nigerians soldiers were attacked from the rear by the militants but the military men engaged them in fierce battle over five hours .