Date of Incident: Monday, April 28, 2025
Location: Kopl Village, Chibok Local Government Area, Borno State
Key Details:
- Attack on Mourners: Boko Haram terrorists attacked mourners gathered for the final prayer of a loved one in Kopl village.
- Casualties: At least 14 people were confirmed dead, with many others injured by gunshots.
- Destruction: The terrorists also set ablaze a church and more than 10 residential houses, displacing the entire community.
- Search and Rescue: Search efforts are ongoing, and there are concerns that the death toll may rise.
- Response: Despite the severity of the attack, there was no confrontation from security agencies.
Earlier Attack Along Gamboru Ngala – Kala Balge Road:
- Just 24 hours earlier, dozens of people—motorists and passengers—were killed after an IED explosion planted by terrorists.
- Many others sustained serious injuries in the explosion along the Gamboru Ngala – Kala Balge road.
Senator Ndume’s Response:
- Senator Mohammed Ali Ndume expressed his outrage over the escalating violence in Southern Borno, calling it “beyond human imagination.”
- Ndume reported that over 100 people have been killed in recent months, with no security response in many of the affected areas.
- He also mentioned vigilantes being killed in a recent attack between Hawul local government (Borno) and Garkida town (Adamawa).
This attack highlights the ongoing threat posed by Boko Haram in the region and the growing security challenges in Southern Borno and northern Adamawa.
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