Gunmen attack leaves eight dead in Adamawa community
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents attacked Gaya community in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, resulting in the deaths of a police inspector and seven civilians. Aliyu Sa’ad, Chairman of Hong Local Government Area, confirmed the incident and said the attackers set two houses on fire. The Adamawa State Police Command, through spokesperson Suleiman Nguroje, also verified the attack and noted that security agencies have been deployed to the area. The community has experienced repeated security threats in recent months.
What we know
- Aliyu Sa’ad confirmed that eight people, including a police inspector, were killed during the night attack.
- The attackers set two houses ablaze before fleeing the scene.
- Suleiman Nguroje, spokesperson for the Adamawa State Police Command, stated that five bodies were initially recovered, but updates are expected as security agencies continue their search.
- Security agencies, including the military, police, hunters, and vigilantes, have been deployed to hunt for the attackers.
- The area has faced ongoing threats from Boko Haram and other armed groups, with a proposed military barracks yet to begin operations.
