Nigerian army 'recaptures Baga town from Boko Haram'

The Nigerian army says it has retaken the north-eastern town of Baga, held by Boko Haram militants since 3 January.

In a tweet from its official account, the army said there had been heavy casualties and that "mopping up" operations were continuing.

The army's claim is yet to be verified, but sources said Baga was no longer under militant control.