Terrorists stormed the Chibok community, burning down houses and shops

Suspected Boko Haram insurgents have launched fresh attacks on Awapul, a community in Chibok Local Government Area of ​​Borno State, destroying houses and businesses in late night attacks that have raised fear among residents.

The attackers reportedly stormed the village at around 1.30am on Sunday, opening fire indiscriminately before setting fire to properties and leaving a trail of destruction.

Confirming the incident, Borno State Police Command Spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, said although the attack caused significant damage, there were no casualties.

“There was an attack this morning at around 1.30am in Chibok Local Government, in a village called Awapul.

“The attack was carried out by unknown people suspected of being Boko Haram.

“There were no casualties. What happened was property damage,” he said.

Residents said the rebels, who came on motorbikes, operated for more than an hour non-stop, burning houses and looting shops before leaving the area.

A resident, who declined to be named, revealed that many affected villagers had left their homes to seek safety.

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“They burned houses and small shops. Some owners went to the main town of Chibok to take refuge,” the source said.

The residents called on authorities to prioritize security in the region, and stressed that protection—not relief materials—remained the community’s most urgent need.

“Our request is simple—not food or clothing. What we need is protection so we can carry out our daily activities,” the source added.

This latest attack came less than 24 hours after another wave of violence broke out in the state, with suspected insurgents targeting an Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Damasak and the Nganzai Divisional Police Headquarters.

According to police, the attackers deployed heavy weaponry, including Rocket Propelled Grenades, in an attempt to storm the facility but were eventually repulsed by security forces.

“The attackers, deploying Rocket Propelled Grenades (RPGs) and other sophisticated weapons, caused damage to one section of the station and burned a portion of the Armored Personnel Carrier (APC) that was unusable.

“Unfortunately, four police personnel had to pay a heavy price in carrying out their duties,” said ASP Daso.

In a similar incident on 4 April 2026, terrorists attacked the Mallam Fatori refugee camp in Damasak, targeting a security post guarded by local residents and hunters.

“In the attack, one member of the Hunter Group, Atom Abua (40 years old), lost his life, while about twenty houses and thatched properties were destroyed,” he added.

The spate of attacks once again underscores the ongoing security challenges in parts of Borno State, where communities in remote areas continue to bear the brunt of insurgent activities.