After an attack by Boko Haram in Izge, Gwoza Local Government Area, the Borno State Governor has said that the terrorists are not targeting Christians alone but are going after anyone in what he called “a clear madness”.
He made the statement whilst on a condolence visit to to the Emir of Gwoza, Alhaji Idrissa Timta.
“The report on alleged mass killing of Christians in Izge is untrue because Izge is a predominant Muslim community and most of the victims are Muslims.
“What is happening is not an ethnic or religious war. Boko Haram is a clear madness that must be condemned by all Nigerians,” he said.
“We will make genuine efforts to rebuild the structures destroyed, including places of worship despite our meager resources.
“What has happened to you is a disaster that affects the Borno people. We pray that God will grant the fortitude to those who lost their lives.”
The Emir in his remarks said, “It is a known fact that we suffer problem of Boko Haram attack in our communities on daily basis here.
“We appreciate government’s efforts in assisting the victims, especially the personal efforts of the governor.
“Gwoza is one of the worst-hit areas by the Boko Haram attacks.
“Few months back, they attempted to attack my palace, but it was impossible, so they vent their anger on my farm, destroying everything, including the plantations.
“Every day, we live in fear of fresh attacks as individuals get killed now and then. We pray that God will help bring the attacks to an end,” Alhaji Timta said.