A tragic incident occurred in Kawuri, Borno State, on Tuesday, resulting in the death of Abba Godori, the vice chairman of the Civilian Joint Taskforce (CJTF) in Kawuri.
Details of the Incident:
- Godori stepped on a bomb believed to have been planted by terrorists a day earlier.
- The explosion occurred while Godori was on patrol, following the footsteps of the terrorists.
- The Borno State Police Command has confirmed the incident, with the spokesperson, ASP Nahum Daso, stating that he is yet to receive full briefing on the matter.
Background:
- The CJTF is a local vigilante group that has been working with the Nigerian military to combat terrorism in the region.
- Borno State has been plagued by terrorist attacks, with the Boko Haram group being a major perpetrator.
Reactions:
- The incident has sparked concerns about the safety of CJTF members and the need for increased security measures in the region.
- The Borno State government has not yet released an official statement on the incident.
Source: Punch
