Residents of Ngoshe community in Borno State are raising alarm over the fate of elderly residents and several corpses allegedly left behind following an attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists. The attack, which occurred on Wednesday, has left over 300 people abducted, with many more displaced and scattered across surrounding areas.
Survivors reported that the attackers stormed the community around 1 am, targeting both military formations and civilian homes, leading to heavy gunfire and chaos. Many elderly residents were reportedly unable to escape and were left behind, while several bodies remain unattended in the community.
The District Secretary of Ngoshe, Shuaibu Dabawa, expressed concern over the situation, stating that residents fled into nearby bushes and spent the night hiding for safety. The Borno State Police Command has confirmed the incident, but an official casualty count has not been released.
Senator Ali Ndume condemned the attack, calling for intensified military operations to curb insurgent activities. The attack has also sparked concerns about the capacity of security forces to protect rural communities in Borno State.