The insurgents invaded the towns, shooting sporadically as residents flee into the mountains for safety.
by SaharaReporters, New York
Apr 26, 2021
Militants from the Islamic State-backed faction of Boko Haram, the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), formerly known as Jamā at Ahl as-Sunnah lid-Da wah wa l-Jihād are currently attacking Gwoza and Wulgo towns in Borno state.
SaharaReporters gathered that the insurgents invaded the towns, shooting sporadically as residents flee into the mountains for safety.
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Gwoza is about a 180km drive from Maiduguri, the state capital.
It is also the home town of the senator representing Borno South, Ali Ndume who is the Chairman, Senate Committee on the Army.
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It is gathered that the insurgents are setting houses ablaze and breaking shops in the town.
Daily Trust had gathered that the insurgents in a convoy of between 15 and 20 vehicles were seen near Mainok town on Sunday afternoon.
Insurgents have reportedly ambushed travellers on the highway until recently when extra forces were stationed at selected locations.
Insurgents had launched an attack on troops in May last year in the town.