A Nigerian
soldier fighting the Boko Haram insurgents in the northeast, on Wednesday 25th
December, shared pictures of him and his colleagues as they congratulate
Nigerians on having a peaceful Christmas celebration. “Merry Christmas from
this side..May this season come with a reason to always smile and stay happy,”
the soldier tweeted via his handle, @optamasting Nigerian soldiers fighting
Boko Haram join Christmas celebration.
The tweet
drew viral reactions from Nigerians who commended the soldiers for their
efforts in keeping the country secure at the expense of their own personal
freedom.