Boko Haram terrorists have reportedly killed seven people during a raid and suicide bombing in Borno State.
The attacks occurred on Tuesday, January 5, 2016, in the Gwoza area of the state, AFP reports.
A resident, identified as Isyaku, told AFP that the first attack took place in Izgeki village.
“I received information from my relatives who fled the attack… that some Boko Haram gunmen on bicycles attacked Izgeki across the river from Izghe on Tuesday morning where they killed two people,” Isyaku said.
“The attack forced villagers to cross the river into Izghe. The gunmen pursued them. One of them who had a suicide belt on him blew himself up near the market, killing five people,” he added.
The second attack took place in Nchiha Village, according to resident, Ayuba Chibok.
“Luckily no-one was hurt but they (Boko Haram gunmen) looted food and burnt a large part of the village,” he added.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian government insists that the war against Boko Haram has “largely” and “technically” been won.