In a daring attack, Boko Haram militants targeted security operatives returning official vehicles of Yobe State Governor, Alhaji Mai Mala Buni, from Maiduguri to Damaturu. The ambush resulted in severe injuries to at least six security personnel.
The incident took place earlier today when the targeted security convoy was returning the official vehicles entrusted with Governor Buni. The convoy was traveling on the busy Maiduguri-Damaturu Highway, a route known for Boko Haram activities in the northeastern region of Nigeria.
According to eyewitnesses, the militants launched a sudden and intense attack, indiscriminately firing at the convoy to inflict maximum damage. The gunfight that ensued was fierce, causing panic amongst the security personnel and leaving six individuals wounded.
Emergency services were immediately alerted, and the injured security personnel were promptly evacuated to nearby medical facilities for urgent treatment. Their condition is reported to be stable, with medical personnel providing the necessary care and support.
Security forces, including members of the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police Force, swiftly cordoned off the area and launched a counter-attack to neutralize the terrorists. As the search and rescue operations intensify, residents have been advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Yobe State Governor, Alhaji Mai Mala Buni, has condemned the attack, expressing his deep concern for the injured security personnel. “Such cowardly acts by the Boko Haram terrorists can never deter our resolve to secure the safety and wellbeing of our people,” the governor stated. He further assured the public that measures would be taken to enhance security in the region and bring those responsible for the attack to justice.
Boko Haram, an Islamist extremist group, has been active in Nigeria for more than a decade, consistently destabilizing regions in the northeast. Despite sustained efforts by security forces to curtail their activities, the group remains a significant security threat, often targeting innocent civilians, security personnel, and high-profile individuals.
Nigeria’s President, Muhammadu Buhari, has reiterated his commitment to defeating Boko Haram and restoring peace in the country. The President has called for an urgent review of security operations in the affected areas to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety of citizens.
As investigations into the attack continue, security agencies will work relentlessly to dismantle Boko Haram’s infrastructure, apprehend its members, and restore lasting peace to the troubled region. The wounded security personnel and their families are also receiving support and encouragement from the government and well-wishers during this challenging time.
