65 Dead in Last 2 Days in Nigerian Violence

An explosion struck a military convoy, as it was traveling through Maiduguri, Nigeria, wounding two soldiers.
Villagers say that the military just started shooting, after the explosion, leaving at least thirty-five dead.

The local hospital said at least four of the dead were in rebel uniforms.

Nigeria's government has pledged an investigation, and will issue a further statement, on Wednesday.

Sunday evening, troops engaged in a firefight with Boko Haram militants, near Damaturu.

Thirty members of the Islamist terrorist group were reported dead, with ten more arrested.

Various weapons, ammunition, and home made bombs were confiscated by the government troops.

Since the group began attacks, in 2010, they have been responsible for the deaths of over one thousand people.