7 People Died And Multiple Casualties As Gunmen Attacked In Adamawa

Adamawa Gunmen Attack | 7 Killed, Multiple Injured in Numan’s Neggah Community

A fresh wave of violence has struck Adamawa State, where 7 people died and several others were injured following a gunmen attack on the Neggah community in Numan Local Government Area.

The attack occurred late at night on February 4, 2023, between 11 pm and midnight, when heavily armed assailants invaded the area, opening fire indiscriminately on innocent residents.

Eyewitnesses Describe Night of Horror in Neggah

Locals recounted scenes of chaos as the attackers, described as numerous and well-armed, unleashed a barrage of gunfire across the community.

The Neggah area, located near the Taraba-Adamawa border, has long suffered from insecurity, with frequent clashes and attacks exacerbating tensions over the years.

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Authorities React | Strong Condemnation & Calls for Action

In response, the Adamawa State Government swiftly condemned the attack, deploying special investigative teams to probe the incident and ensure justice.

Pwamwakeno Mackondo, Deputy Speaker of the Adamawa House of Assembly and representative of the Numan constituency, confirmed the fatalities and described the situation as dire.

“The people of Numan have suffered too much. These attacks have gone on for far too long. It’s time for the military to adopt a more aggressive stance in protecting our communities,” Mackondo stressed.

He also called for legal action against suspected herders, often linked to violent clashes in the region, urging security agencies to intensify efforts to curb the escalating violence.

Neggah’s History of Insecurity | A Flashpoint of Violence

Neggah’s location along volatile borderlines has made it a hotspot for herder-farmer conflicts, with a history of attacks rooted in long-standing land disputes and security lapses.

The recent assault adds to an alarming trend, reigniting concerns about rural insecurity and the need for robust state and federal intervention.

State’s Pledge | Justice, Security, and Lasting Peace

Adamawa authorities have vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice, promising increased security measures in vulnerable communities like Neggah.

There is a growing consensus among officials and residents alike that long-term solutions, not just reactive deployments, are needed to stabilize the region.

Efforts are underway to coordinate military and civilian collaborations, aiming to tackle the root causes of the violence and foster sustainable peace.

What Can Be Done?

As investigations continue and the Neggah community mourns its losses, critical questions arise:

What effective strategies can curb these persistent attacks?
How can local and national authorities work together for lasting security in Adamawa and Taraba?
What role should community-based initiatives play in addressing these conflicts?