A former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has condemned the killing of at least 25 people in Adamawa State and called for immediate action by security agencies.
Gunmen attacked Kirchinga in Madagali district and Garaha in neighbouring Hong Local Government Area on Tuesday, torching homes and businesses in communities near the Sambisa Forest, where Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province are known to operate.
Residents of Shuwari community in Madagali said 17 people were killed when suspected Boko Haram fighters raided the area and set properties ablaze.
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In a statement posted on X on Friday, Atiku described the attacks as tragic and urged authorities to bring those responsible to justice and strengthen security to prevent further violence in the North East.
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