I woke up to gunshots and saw my friends being killed.
BBC
In a harrowing incident in Nigeria’s northeastern region, gunmen attacked a remote village, resulting in the deaths of 16 individuals and injuries to at least 30 others. The assailants, believed to be militants from a local insurgent group, launched the assault under the cover of darkness, targeting residents as they slept.
One survivor recounted the ordeal, stating, “I woke up to gunshots and saw my friends being killed.” Another added, “I ran into the bush and hid until morning.” Local authorities have condemned the attack and are working with military forces to investigate the incident and provide assistance to the affected community.
The Nigerian government has faced increasing criticism over its handling of security in the northeast, where insurgent groups have intensified their activities in recent months. Human rights organizations are calling for immediate action to protect civilians and bring perpetrators to justice.