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Nigerian army 'retakes Baga town from Boko Haram' Nigerian army 'retakes Baga town from Boko Haram'
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The Nigerian army says it has retaken the north-eastern town of Baga, held by Boko Haram militants since 3 January.The Nigerian army says it has retaken the north-eastern town of Baga, held by Boko Haram militants since 3 January.
In a tweet from its official account, the army added that there had been heavy casualties and that "mopping up" operations were continuing. In a tweet from its official account, the army said there had been heavy casualties and that "mopping up" operations were continuing.
Boko Haram killed scores of people when they attacked Baga, although the exact number is unknown. The Nigerian army's claim is yet to be independently verified and no further details have been released.
Nigeria says 150 people died when Boko Haram took Baga and nearby Doron Baga, but locals said up to 2,000 died.
Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon and Niger recently formed a military coalition against the Islamist militants.Nigeria, Chad, Cameroon and Niger recently formed a military coalition against the Islamist militants.
It is not yet clear whether other armies were involved in the recapture of Baga. It is not yet clear whether other armies were involved in the recapture of Baga. However, the Chadian army spokesperson told the BBC's Thomas Fessy that there had been no involvement from his country's troops.
However, the Chadian army spokesperson told the BBC's Thomas Fessy that there had been no involvement from his country's troops. Boko Haram controls of much of Nigeria's north-east.
In recent months, Boko Haram has seized control of much of Nigeria's north-east, amid widespread criticism of the Nigerian army. The Nigerian army has been criticised by its failure to tackle the militant group, although it has recaptured some territory in recent weeks.
But backed by its neighbours, the army has recaptured some territory in recent weeks.
Last week, Nigeria retook the north-eastern towns of Monguno and Marte from the group.Last week, Nigeria retook the north-eastern towns of Monguno and Marte from the group.
The massacre at Baga is considered to be the worst attack of Boko Haram's six year insurgency.
Thousands fled across Lake Chad when the assault began and have since taken refuge in Chad.
Boko Haram at a glanceBoko Haram at a glance
Why is Boko Haram so strong?Why is Boko Haram so strong?
Soldiers without weaponsSoldiers without weapons