In a devastating assault that has heightened fears during the festive period, suspected Boko Haram terrorists launched coordinated attacks on three communities in Adamawa State, leaving at least eight people dead.
Details of the Deadly Night Assault
The violence unfolded on the night of Monday, December 29, 2025, in Hong Local Government Area. According to local sources who spoke anonymously, the terrorists specifically targeted the villages of Zah, Kijing, and Mubang.
As reported by Daily Trust, residents recovered the bodies of eight individuals in the aftermath of the raid. The situation remains grim, with four other persons still missing and feared to have been affected by the attack. A source indicated that the actual death toll might be higher than the officially confirmed figure.
The assault was not limited to loss of life. The terrorists also destroyed several houses, forcing many residents to abandon their homes and flee into the night for safety. This incident has severely disrupted the lives of communities during what should have been a peaceful Christmas season.
Official Confirmation and Local Government Response
The Chairman of Hong Local Government Area, Hon. Inuwa Usman Wa’aganda, has officially confirmed the attacks. He verified that Boko Haram militants were responsible for the violence in Mubang, Zah, and Kijing villages.
"It is true. Boko Haram attacked Mubang, Zah, and Kijing villages in Hong. For now, eight corpses have been recovered from the three villages, and four persons are still missing," Wa’aganda stated. This confirmation underscores the persistent threat posed by the terrorist group in Nigeria's northeast region.
Broader Context of Terrorism in Nigeria and Africa
This attack is a stark reminder of the ongoing security challenges facing Nigeria and the wider African continent. Militant groups continue to pose serious threats to regional stability and civilian safety.
The United States has identified several organisations, including Boko Haram, as groups of particular concern due to their violent campaigns and connections to global jihadist networks. From ISIS affiliates in Libya and Mozambique to Boko Haram in Nigeria, these entities remain active and dangerous.
In a related development, the Nigerian Army recently reported a success in its counter-insurgency operations. Troops operating under Operation HADIN KAI ambushed and killed scores of Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists in Sojiri and Kayamla communities of Borno State. The army stated that the operation successfully disrupted a major terrorist logistics movement before engaging the fighters.
The contrast between this military success and the tragic attack in Adamawa highlights the complex and fluid nature of the security situation in the region, where gains in one area can be offset by devastating losses in another.
