Boko Haram kills 2, burn churches in Borno
Members of the Boko Haram sect last night around 10pm
attacked the Pela Birni village of Hawul LGA of
Borno state, killing at least 2 people and burning down churches and
houses. Reports say the men came into the Christian dominated
village with AK 47 rifles and other powerful explosives which they used
to shoot people indiscriminately and also set homes and churches ablaze.
Amongst the churches destroyed was the Church of the Brethren.
Chairman of Hawul Local Government Area, Dr. Andrew Usman Malgwi confirmed the incident and said he has informed the higher authorities
"Yes there was an attack in one of my village yesterday which led to wanton killings and destruction of property. We have communicated to relevant security agencies on the matter who have swung into action with a view to apprehend the perpetrators, we have also mobilized our people to ascertain the damage and assist the displaced Persons as an interim measure” he said.
Chairman of Hawul Local Government Area, Dr. Andrew Usman Malgwi confirmed the incident and said he has informed the higher authorities
"Yes there was an attack in one of my village yesterday which led to wanton killings and destruction of property. We have communicated to relevant security agencies on the matter who have swung into action with a view to apprehend the perpetrators, we have also mobilized our people to ascertain the damage and assist the displaced Persons as an interim measure” he said.
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