ISWAP has claimed responsibility for the attack in Yobe State that resulted in the deaths of 34 villagers, citing revenge as their motive. The massacre took place in Mafa village, where Boko Haram terrorists attacked and killed residents. The aftermath revealed 86 bodies recovered with the search ongoing.
According to a letter from the attackers, ISWAP targeted the village for allegedly providing information to the military, leading to their members’ deaths. The message warned the residents about collaborating with the apostates and harming their brothers, emphasizing the consequences of their actions.
The attackers expressed their disappointment with the village’s defiance and repeated offenses, leading to the tragic events. This incident serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing conflict and violence in the region, urging communities to remain vigilant and united against terrorist threats.