ABUJA, 7 September 2025 The United Nations Office in Nigeria for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs has condemned in strong terms last Friday’s killing of over 50 civilians in Bama Local Government Area LGA, in Borno State, north-east Nigeria, insisting that defenceless civilians should never be a target.

It was further gathered that over 15 soldiers were killed while over 28 homes were burnt down in a deadly attack that took place Friday evening at the Darajamal village, of Bama local government, scores were abducted while several others were severely injured.

 According to a statement by the Nigeria Humanitarian Coordinator, Mohamed Fall, the killing of scores of civilians in Bama, Borno State had become one too many, saying that the Nigerian office is saddened by this development.

“I am deeply appalled and saddened by Friday’s reported killing of dozens of civilians in Darajamal Village, Bama Local Government Area LGA, in Borno State in north-east Nigeria. Civilians should never be a target!

“Preliminary reports indicate that more than 50 civilians were killed when suspected members of a non-state armed group NSAG, attacked Darajamal on the evening of Friday, September 5, 2025. An unknown number of people were also allegedly abducted, with others fleeing with injuries. At least 28 houses were also reportedly burned during the attack. The number of casualties is expected to change as more information becomes available.

“On behalf of the United Nations in Nigeria, I convey my heartfelt condolences to the families of those killed and those affected, and to the Government and the people of Borno State and wish the injured a speedy recovery.

“I call on security authorities to apprehend the perpetrators of this heinous attack and swiftly bring them to justice. I also call for the immediate release of all those abducted.

“This recent killing of civilians is yet another grim reminder of the toll of rising violent attacks and insecurity in Borno State this year. Multiple attacks against civilians have been recorded, leading to the deaths of hundreds of civilians in Borno alone. The attacks, ranging from targeted attacks on communities to internally displaced persons IDP camps, using improvised explosive devices, suicide bombings and other tactics have targeted civilians including farmers, fishermen, travelers and traders.

“Deadly attacks against civilians have also been recorded in neighbouring Adamawa and Yobe states with a rural health centre, grain stores and a market among targeted areas.

“I reiterate my call to parties to the conflict to protect civilians as well as their property and to adhere to international humanitarian and human rights law”, Fall said

He however reaffirmed the commitment of the UN to continue supporting people affected by conflicts to complement Government efforts.