Posted by Amarachi on Tue 12th Nov, 2024 - tori.ng
The attack occurred in the remote village of Malamyawri, Cross Kawu ward, near Lake Chad on Sunday night, November 10, 2024.
Three persons have been killed while a dozen fishermen have been abducted by suspected Boko Haram terrorists in Kukawa Local Government Area of Borno State.
The attack occurred in the remote village of Malamyawri, Cross Kawu ward, near Lake Chad on Sunday night, November 10, 2024.
According to a civilian JTF source, the attackers arrived around 11:45 pm, gathered the villagers, and killed two fishermen, Daily Trust reported.
Thirteen others were reportedly abducted, and an additional body was later discovered in the bush.
A local government official confirmed reports of large numbers of insurgents sighted around the Jemu area of the Cross Kawu ward.
The official expressed concerns for residents’ safety and called for urgent military intervention, noting that these insurgents have been seen roaming with weapons without any vehicles.
The incident followed recent operations by Chadian troops, who pursued the terrorists into Kukawa LGA, where many are believed to have taken refuge.