In a swift response, the Nigerian Army has described the video purportedly released by the Boko Haram showing its leader Abubakar Shekau as mere terrorists propaganda.

Shekau, had released a new video to dispute claims that the jihadist group had been routed from its Sambisa Forest stronghold.

Acting Director of Army Public Relations, Brigadier-General Sani Usman said while effort was on going to subject the video for further forensic analysis, he reiterated that the Army has captured and occupied the last known stronghold of the terrorists group in the Sambisa forest.

Usman said the gallant troops deployed in various parts of the North-East had continued to intensify search for all persons associated with Boko Haram terrorist group with a view to bringing them to justice.

He urged the public to go about their normal lawful business, remain vigilant and be security conscious, adding that any suspicious person or group of persons should be reported to the security agencies.