11 feared dead as Boko Haram terrorists storm Adamawa community
Suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Monday attacked Zaranga village in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State, leaving 11 people dead. The terrorists, who reportedly invaded the community while residents were still asleep, opened fire and set houses ablaze during the assault. The incident has left the community in shock, with several residents reportedly fleeing into nearby […] 11 feared…
On Monday, suspected Boko Haram terrorists launched a devastating assault on Zaranga village in Adamawa State's Gombi Local Government Area, resulting in at least 11 fatalities. The terrorists, who attacked while the victims were still asleep, engaged in a violent combination of gunfire and house fires. In the aftermath of the attack, many residents have taken to hiding in the surrounding wilderness for protection.
A local resident, speaking anonymously, reported that the Boko Haram insurgents invaded the village in the early hours of Monday, engaging in both shooting and arson. "So far, we have recovered 11 bodies. There are still many people missing. Search teams and security forces are combing the forest for those still unaccounted for," the resident informed reporters on condition of anonymity.
Another witness stated that his wife and two other relatives were among those killed during the early morning raid on their village. The attack has further exacerbated concerns over the precarious security situation in several areas of Adamawa, particularly within communities that have historically been affected by terrorist activities.
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