The Yobe State government, led by Deputy Governor Idi Barde-Gubana, has held funeral prayers for 34 people who were killed in an attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Sunday. This tragic event highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by Nigeria, particularly in the northeastern region where Yobe State is located.
As the deputy governor, Idi Barde-Gubana has been actively involved in addressing the humanitarian needs of the affected communities. His leadership role in the funeral prayers demonstrates the government's commitment to supporting the families of the victims.
exola.net reported that Boko Haram militants attacked the village around 4 p.m. when residents were returning from their farms, killing many villagers, mostly farmers, and setting homes and shops on fire.
Sources from the community said at least 87 people were killed in the attack, with some bodies still unaccounted for as they died in the bush, and the military could not find them. Another resident of Mafa reported that about 125 people were killed.
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Of those killed, 34 were buried locally, and about 40 others were buried by their families, with more burials planned for the following day.
This attack is considered the deadliest in Yobe State since the Boko Haram insurgency began 14 years ago.
Residents stated that the attack might be a retaliation for villagers providing information to the military, leading to the killing of several insurgents in July.The attack by suspected Boko Haram terrorists on Sunday resulted in the tragic loss of 34 lives. This incident highlights the ongoing security concerns and violence perpetrated by the terrorist group in Nigeria's northeastern region.
In addition to his work in governance, Barde-Gubana has also collaborated with international organizations to support vulnerable populations. For instance, he has worked with UN Women to commission a hub supporting women and girls affected by the conflict .
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