Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep sorrow over the killing of scores of people, including Nigerian soldiers, in the latest Boko Haram attack on Darajamal, Borno State.
The attack on Darajamal, located in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State, occurred on Friday evening when suspected Boko Haram insurgents invaded the community, killing over 60 people, including civilians and military personnel.
Preliminary reports indicate that several homes were torched and an unspecified number of residents were abducted.
In a statement on Sunday, Atiku described the incident as “senseless violence” and a painful reminder of the heavy price Nigerians continue to pay in the fight against terrorism.
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic killing of scores of people, including gallant soldiers, in the recent Boko Haram attack on Darajamal, Borno State. This senseless violence is a painful reminder of the heavy price our people continue to pay in the face of terror”, Atiku’s statement partly read.
He condoled with the families of the victims, the people of Borno State, and Governor Babagana Zulum, whom he commended for swiftly visiting the community to commiserate with the affected residents.
