Dozens Killed as Boko Haram Launches Deadly Attack in Borno’s Bama LGA

Boko Haram terrorists launch another deadly attack in Bama, Borno State, leaving dozens of civilians and soldiers dead with several others injured.

Tragic Boko Haram Attack in Darul Jamal, Borno

Dozens of lives have been lost after suspected Boko Haram insurgents launched a coordinated assault on Darul Jamal village in Bama Local Government Area of Borno State. The attack, which occurred around 9:00 pm on Friday, left both civilians and soldiers feared killed, with several others sustaining life-threatening injuries.

Local and security sources confirmed that the terrorists invaded the community with heavy gunfire, targeting civilians and security personnel. Eyewitnesses described the incident as one of the most devastating attacks in recent months.

Death Toll and Casualties Reported

According to community sources, at least 63 people were killed, while several others remain hospitalized. Many of the injured were rushed to medical facilities in Maiduguri and Bama for urgent treatment.

A grieving member of the Bama Emirate Council shared his personal loss:

“It’s heartbreaking. I lost my son and brother in the attack. We counted 63 corpses, and the number could still rise as critically injured victims are passing away,” he said.

How the Attack Unfolded

The insurgents reportedly stormed the village and launched heavy gunfire on populated areas, including:

A school that sheltered returnee Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
The local motor park
Nearby residential homes

Witnesses added that houses, vehicles, and properties belonging to civilians were set ablaze during the assault. Many families were left homeless, further worsening the humanitarian situation in Bama.

Community and Security Concerns

The village of Darul Jamal was recently reopened for resettlement under the directive of Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum. Locals believe that the attack was aimed at discouraging displaced persons from returning to the area.

One source said:

“This was a calculated attack. They don’t want the community to be resettled, so they deliberately targeted IDPs, drivers, and even laborers.”

Security operatives were among the casualties, though the exact number of soldiers killed has not yet been disclosed.

Rising Insecurity in Borno State

The attack highlights the persistent insecurity in Northeast Nigeria, where Boko Haram and splinter groups such as ISWAP continue to threaten civilian communities and military bases. Despite ongoing counter-insurgency efforts, rural villages remain vulnerable to sudden raids and ambushes.

Humanitarian organizations have repeatedly raised concerns about the safety of resettled IDPs in Borno, stressing that renewed attacks could displace thousands again.

For more background on the insurgency in Borno, you can read updates from Amnesty International and security reports on ReliefWeb.

The Bama attack in Borno State serves as another grim reminder of the fragile security situation in Northeast Nigeria. With dozens killed and scores injured, there are renewed calls for strengthened security measures, humanitarian support, and long-term strategies to protect returnee IDPs and vulnerable communities.

As families in Darul Jamal mourn their losses, the hope remains that both the federal and state governments, alongside security agencies, will intensify efforts to curb insurgent activities and restore lasting peace to the region.