Monday, August 4, 2025 - Suspected ISWAP terrorists have k!lled the village head of Kinnari, a remote settlement in Damasak, Mobbar Local Government Area of Borno State.
The attack
occurred on Friday night, Aug. 1, at about 9: 00 .m., when the insurgents
stormed the village and fatally shot the traditional leader, Goni Kinnari, 65,
with a rifle, security analyst, Zagazola Makama reported.
In
response to the incident, troops of Operation Hadin Kai, supported by members
of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and local hunters, mobilised to the
area and successfully repelled the assailants.
The body
of the slain village head was evacuated to the General Hospital in Damasak,
where he was confirmed d3ad on arrival.
His
remains were later released to family members for burial in line with Islamic
rites.
Meanwhile,
security patrols have been intensified in and around Kinnari village to prevent
further attacks and restore confidence among residents.
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