The Federal Government has condemned the terrorist attacks committed by Boko Haram during the Christmas eve and Boxing Day celebrations in Adamawa and Borno States.
This was revealed by the Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, in a statement on Monday, condemning the killings and destruction of properties.
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The Minister said the FG received news of the attacks with “shock,” as Boko Haram ravaged the Pemi Community, Chibok Local Government Area, four other communities in Hawul Local Government Area in Southern Borno, and Garkida in Adamawa State. The FG also described the attacks as tragic and barbaric.
She said,
- “It is really unfortunate that these terrorist attacks happened when people are expected to be enjoying the Christmas holiday with their loved one. I commiserate with the Government and people of Borno State especially the families of the victims of the sad incident.”
The Minister said arrangements are being made to send relief materials to the victims to cushion the effect of the attacks.
What you should know about the terror attacks
- Media reports revealed that Boko Haram attacked the Gombi local government area of Adamawa state, one of the first missionary settlements in Northern Nigeria, and its environs on Christmas eve.
- Residents of the area said they were forced to flee to the mountains as the terrorists looted and burnt houses.
- Meanwhile, on Boxing Day, at least three people were confirmed killed in one of the Borno communities in Hawul Local Government Area, which was attacked by Boko Haram.
