Amnesty International has strongly condemned the killing of at least 29 people following an attack on Guyaku community in Gombi Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was reportedly carried out by suspected members of Boko Haram. The attack left dozens of residents dead, with several others still unaccounted for, as villagers fled the area in search of safety.
In a post shared on its official X handle on Monday, Amnesty International described the assault as vicious and expressed concern over the continued targeting of civilians in parts of the country.
According to the organisation, the attackers stormed the community and opened fire on residents at close range, leading to multiple casualties.
Beyond the loss of lives, the group reported widespread destruction of property, with churches, classrooms, and motorcycles set ablaze during the attack.
Eyewitness accounts from survivors painted a grim picture, with reports of bodies scattered across the village after the violence. Some elderly residents were said to have been unable to escape the assault.
“Older people who could not flee were slaughtered inside their homes,” the organisation said.
Amnesty International also noted that such attacks often extend beyond killings, highlighting ongoing cases of abductions, particularly of women and girls, as well as looting of property in affected communities.
The organisation warned that the persistence of such incidents underscores the need for stronger security measures and accountability.
“The fact that such atrocities remain commonplace shows that more needs to be done to protect civilians and ensure that families of victims receive reparation and justice,” the statement added.
