The Nigerian Army today said, in the early hours of the morning, suspected militants led by the declared wanted criminal kingpin, Benjamin Simplee (AKA G1) leader of the Bakassi Strike Force, in several speed boats attacked troops deployed at Efut Esighi waterfront in Bakassi LGA of Cross River State.
A statement from Army spokesman Colonel Sani Usman said during the attack, a soldier was killed in action, while two soldiers were missing in action, adding that they also burnt a buffalo pickup vehicle. 
Usman said the troops have also killed two of the attackers while the rest escaped with gun shot wounds.
He said: “the reinforcement sent have found the missing soldiers. In addition, the troops location have been reinforced with more gunboats and air component. The clearance and pursuit operation is on going.”
He added that: “We would like to assure the public that this singular act would not deter us from the discharge of our duties, therefore, the perpetrators of this dastardly act would be found and brought to justice.” Source: dailytrust.com.ng
