Rising Violence in Borno State: UN Condemns "Grim Reminder" of Toll of Insecurity

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Recent attacks in Darajamal village, Bama local government area in Borno state, have resulted in the deaths of dozens of civilians, highlighting the growing concern of violence in the region. The United Nations (UN) Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has expressed its deep alarm and sadness over the attack, emphasizing that civilians should never be targeted. Preliminary reports indicate that more than 50 civilians were killed and an unknown number abducted, with many fleeing with injuries. The attack also resulted in the burning of at least 28 houses.

Key Takeaways:

  • Multiple attacks against civilians have been recorded in Borno state, resulting in the death of hundreds of civilians, including farmers, fishermen, travelers, and traders.
  • The attacks have targeted civilians in their homes, as well as in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps, using improvised explosive devices, suicide bombings, and other tactics.
  • Mohamed Fall, Nigeria Humanitarian Coordinator, expressed deep alarm and sadness over the attack, emphasizing that civilians should never be targeted.
  • The attack resulted in the deaths of at least 50 civilians and the abduction of an unknown number, with many people fleeing with injuries.
  • At least 28 houses were burned during the attack, and the number of casualties is expected to change as more information becomes available.
  • The United Nations in Nigeria has conveyed its condolences to the families of those killed and those affected, and to the government and people of Borno state.
  • The UN has also wished the injured a speedy recovery.

Statistics:

  • More than 50 civilians were killed in the attack on Darajamal village.
  • An unknown number of civilians were abducted during the attack.
  • At least 28 houses were burned during the attack.
  • Hundreds of civilians have been killed in Borno state following multiple attacks.
  • Civilians, including farmers, fishermen, travelers, and traders, have been targeted in the attacks.

Sources:

  • Mohamed Fall, Nigeria Humanitarian Coordinator, press statement, Sunday.