UN horrified by mass killing in Borno

The United Nations has expressed deep concern over the recent killing of fishermen and farmers in Borno State, describing the acts as horrific.

In a statement on Wednesday, the UN Humanitarian Coordinator in Nigeria, Mohamed Fall, extended condolences to the families of the victims and called for accountability.

“I am horrified by the recent mass killing of fishermen and farmers in Borno State’s Kukawa Local Government Area reportedly by members of a non-state armed group.

“On 12 January, at least 40 civilians, all men, were reportedly killed in the Dumba community in Kukawa after allegedly breaching an NSAG ban on farming activities. Several people remain missing, according to humanitarian partners operating in neighbouring Monguno LGA.

“On behalf of the UN in Nigeria, I convey my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and wish the injured a speedy recovery. The UN stands in solidarity with the people and the Government of Borno State.

“The armed actors who perpetrated these attacks must be identified and brought to account in compliance with national and international human rights laws,” he said.

He emphasised the ongoing dangers faced by civilians in conflict-ridden parts of Borno, Adamawa, and Yobe states.