The Nigerian Boko Haram militants, today gained control over Damboa, a key town in north-eastern Nigeria, reports the BBC.
A leader of a vigilante force defending the town threat fled on Sunday, told foreign press that Boko Haram’s black flag was now flying on Damboa.
At least 40 people were killed when Boko Haram attacked the town over the weekend.
A military spokesperson, Chris Olukolade, said that forces were preparing to be deployed into the area.
The military will not “concede any portion of this country” to Boko Haram he added.
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