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At least 25 people were killed in two separate attacks by gunmen on villages in Adamawa State, Nigeria. The attacks targeted Kirching and Garaha villages, near the Sambisa Forest, known for the presence of groups like Boko Haram and ISIS. Local sources reported that the assailants used over 50 motorcycles and set homes ablaze, leading to casualties among civilians and security forces.
Africa-Press. Local sources and the governor of Adamawa State in Nigeria reported that at least 25 people were killed in two separate attacks carried out by gunmen on villages in the northeastern state, according to a local source.
The reports indicated that the attacks targeted the villages of Kirching and Garaha in the Mada Galai and Hong areas, near the Sambisa Forest, which is known for the activity of groups like Boko Haram and ISIS.
Residents noted that the attackers were riding on over 50 motorcycles and set homes ablaze while targeting a nearby military base, resulting in casualties among both civilians and security personnel.
A local official stated that some victims were killed after residents initially mistook the attackers for military forces due to their military-style uniforms.
These attacks highlight the ongoing state of chronic insecurity in northeastern Nigeria, where armed groups have waged a campaign of violence against civilians and security forces for years despite military operations.
Northeast Nigeria has faced chronic insecurity due to the insurgency led by armed groups like Boko Haram and ISIS. These groups have been responsible for widespread violence against civilians and security forces for years, despite ongoing military campaigns aimed at curbing their activities. The region’s instability has resulted in significant humanitarian crises, displacing millions and complicating efforts for peace and recovery.
