ISIS Claims Deadly Attack in Nigeria’s Adamawa as Insecurity and Kidnappings Rise

ISIS Claims Deadly Attack in Nigeria’s Adamawa as Insecurity and Kidnappings Rise
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The extremist group Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a deadly attack in northeastern Nigeria, where gunmen killed at least 29 people in Guyaku village in Adamawa State late on Sunday, Nigerian officials and international agencies report.

According to Nigerian authorities, the assailants opened fire on villagers in the Gombi Local Government Area, leaving homes and property damaged and at least 29 civilians dead. The Islamic State claimed responsibility for the assault via a statement on the Telegram messaging app, asserting its role in the attack, which has intensified concerns over the ongoing security crisis in parts of Nigeria’s northeast.

Adamawa Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri condemned the violence as “tragic and unacceptable,” offering condolences to the families of the victims and saying security operations would be stepped up in the area to prevent further bloodshed.

The assault reflects broader insecurity facing Nigeria, where jihadi insurgencies and armed groups have operated for years, particularly in northeastern states. On the same day, gunmen attacked an orphanage in Lokoja, Kogi State, abducting 23 pupils; 15 of the children were later freed, while authorities continue operations to rescue the remaining eight and apprehend those responsible.

Although Nigerian forces, with international support, have intensified efforts against insurgents, violence and kidnappings persist.