Nigerian Air Force Bombards Boko Haram’s Bunkers In Sambisa(VIDEO)

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In the continued onslaught against terrorism in the North East, Nigerian Air Force pilots smoked out Boko Haram elements from their fortified bunkers deep inside Sambisa Forests at the weekend.


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