Gunmen kill police inspector, seven others in Adamawa

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a deadly attack on Gaya community in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, killing a police inspector and seven civilians. The attackers invaded the community at night, setting two houses ablaze.

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The attackers came on the night of Monday and launched a bloody attack on two houses, burnt the houses and killed one police officer and seven civilians during the attack.

The Chairman of Hong Local Government Area, Aliyu Sa’ad, confirmed the attack, stating that eight people were killed. The Adamawa State Police Command also confirmed the incident, with its spokesperson, Suleiman Nguroje, reporting that five bodies were initially recovered. Troops, police, hunters, and other security agencies have been deployed to the area to search for the attackers and provide an update as more information becomes available.

This latest attack exacerbates the ongoing security challenges in Hong Local Government Area, which has faced repeated insurgency-linked assaults. Residents in parts of Adamawa continue to experience security threats from Boko Haram and other armed groups operating near communities bordering the Sambisa Forest. The council chairman noted that a proposed military barracks at Garaha, a key route for insurgents, has yet to commence operations.

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The report we received from the area is that on Monday night, dead bodies of five people were recovered, four civilians and an inspector of police, after the attackers left. We are still waiting for an update, since troops have been deployed with all the security agencies, including vigilante and hunters, to hunt for the attackers.

The area is also the hometown of prominent former government officials, including David Babachir Lawal and Boss Mustapha. Security agencies are actively working to track down those responsible for the attack and restore peace to the affected community.

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If there is any new development concerning the attack, I will surely contact you for a detailed briefing.