{"id":10686,"date":"2026-03-01T16:48:59","date_gmt":"2026-03-01T16:48:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beadysword.com.ng\/blog\/?p=10686"},"modified":"2026-03-01T16:49:27","modified_gmt":"2026-03-01T16:49:27","slug":"boko-haram-insurgents-reportedly-attack-borgu-kill-15","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beadysword.com.ng\/blog\/2026\/03\/01\/boko-haram-insurgents-reportedly-attack-borgu-kill-15\/","title":{"rendered":"Boko Haram insurgents reportedly attack Borgu, kill 15"},"content":{"rendered":"
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At least 15 civilians have been killed following a coordinated attack by the Sadiku faction of Boko Haram on three villages in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.<\/p>\n

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The development was disclosed by security analyst Bakatsine, who shared details via his x handle.<\/p>\n

The assault, which occurred late Saturday night, reportedly targeted Tashan Maje, Saduro, and Runtuwa communities, all under Malale Ward.<\/p>\n

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According to local sources, the armed men stormed the villages and opened fire on residents, causing panic and chaos.<\/p>\n

Community members said the attackers operated for an extended period, shooting sporadically to disperse villagers before retreating from the area.<\/p>\n

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Several others were reportedly injured in the attack, while many residents fled to neighbouring communities in search of safety.<\/p>\n

Authorities are yet to issue an official statement on the incident as of the time of filing this report.<\/p>\n

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