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Nine soldiers have reportedly been killed following an improvised explosive device (IED) explosion along the Gambarun-Logomani road in Borno State, northeastern Nigeria. The incident occurred along the Gambarun-Logomani route, which forms part of the Gomboru-Logomani/Dikwa main supply route (MSR), according to a military situation report dated October 17, 2026. (Borno Soldiers)    The report, designated Special Situation Report (SITREP) No. 29, identified the location as the 3 Battalion area in Gambarun Ngala. It stated that the explosion involved a command-detonated improvised explosive device targeting an ambulance along the road. (Borno Soldiers)  The report listed nine soldiers as killed in action.   Military equipment casualties recorded in the incident included one GT vehicle, four rifles, one Vallon metal detector and one RPG tube, which was destroyed. (Borno Soldiers)  The situation report indicated that the atmosphere in the area was calm following the incident. (Borno Soldiers)  Further details surrounding the circumstances of the explosion, including the identity of those responsible and the extent of the damage, were not provided in the report. (Borno Soldiers)  The incident highlights the security risks facing military personnel operating along supply routes in northeastern Nigeria, where troops continue to conduct operations against armed groups.     Topics (https://saharareporters.com/military) Military                 (http://saharareporterscomments.disqus.com/) View the discussion thread.          (https://saharareporters.com/) (Home) (Sahara Reporters)    SaharaReporters.com is an outstanding, groundbreaking news website that encourages citizen journalists to report ongoing corruption and government malfeasance in Africa. 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