According to when communicated by Muhammad Yusuf, Head of the local administration, alleged members of the Islamic terrorist group of Boko Haram attacked the village of Milda, in the state of Adamawa - in north-eastern Nigeria, killing seven people. According to the official, “Several armed men arrived at night, started shooting and setting the houses on fire; six people were killed instantly, while the last victim died from his injuries. "
Boko Haram is a constant threat to northeastern Nigeria communities and has been involved in various attacks in neighboring states, including Chad, Niger and Cameroon.
The goal of this terrorist group is to impose a strict and strict interpretation of Islamic law, the Sharia. Since 2009, at least 14 people have died at the hands of Sunni fundamentalists and, according to UN figures, nearly 3 million inhabitants have fled their homes.