The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and the Northern Senators Forum have condemned the terrorist attack on communities in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State, demanding the immediate and safe rescue of residents abducted during the assault.
The two groups also called for a comprehensive review of the security architecture in Niger State and the North-Central region to prevent further attacks and protect vulnerable communities.
The NSCIA, in a statement on Wednesday by its Public Affairs Officer, Abbas Jimoh, said the attacks occurred on August 21, 2026, in Gbeji (Gidan-Zana), Kpenya, Giyan Gbasu and Dekara communities, leaving scores of residents killed, injured or abducted.
The council expressed particular concern over the attack on Dekara, where terrorists reportedly invaded a central mosque while Muslims were observing Jumu’at prayers and abducted more than 60 worshippers.
It added that about 30 people were killed, while several others sustained injuries, some of them life-threatening, with dozens still being held captive.
