Jihadist attacks leave dozens dead in Adamawa state
At least 25 people have been killed in two separate attacks in Adamawa state, northeastern Nigeria. Local officials and residents attributed the violence to Boko Haram jihadists, who targeted the towns of Madagali and Hong. The attackers reportedly opened fire in a market, looted goods, and killed both civilians and troops. The incidents have heightened fear and insecurity in the affected communities.
What we know
- At least 21 people were killed in a market attack in Madagali, according to a local government official.
- Four more deaths, including three soldiers and one woman, were reported in neighbouring Hong.
- The attackers looted food items and motorcycles during the assaults.
- Adamu Umaru Fintiri, the state governor, condemned the attacks and vowed not to let terrorists undermine peace efforts.
- The ongoing jihadist insurgency led by Boko Haram and ISWAP has resulted in over 40,000 deaths and two million displaced in northeastern Nigeria, according to the United Nations.
