Nigerian Army debunks reports of insurgents taking over military training camp in Niger

The Nigerian Army has debunked reports that insurgents have taken over a military training area in Kontagora, Niger State.

Major General Onyema Nwachukwu, Director Army Public Relations, in a statement on Wednesday, described the reports as untrue, misleading and harmful.

The Army spokesman noted that it appears that the reports are calculated to incite unnecessary panic in the area.

According to the statement, a thorough investigation by intelligence unit confirmed that…