The Nigerian Army has confirmed the death of colonel D.C Bako after he was allegedly attacked by Boko Haram terrorists.

They said Mr Bako was until his death the commander of 25 Task Force Brigade in Damboa. Rpoerting Mr Isa said the colonel died in a military hospital where he was receiving treatment after the ambush. The statement was silent on the fate of the soldiers who were with Mr Bako during the ambush “The Chief of Army Staff Lt Gen TY Buratai on behalf of himself, gallant troops of Operation LAFIYA DOLE and indeed well meaning Nigerians hereby express his heartfelt condolences to his esteemed family. We are most grateful for his contributions and sacrifices to the motherland. May God grant eternal rest to the gentle soul of Col DC Bako and the souls of all Nigerian Army officers and soldiers who paid the supreme prize in the defence of our father land.”