The United Nations has strongly condemned the recent suicide bomb attacks targeting civilians in Gwoza Local Government Area of Borno State, Nigeria.
In a statement, the UN highlighted that Saturday’s attacks left many dead and injured, though the exact numbers remain unknown. The statement detailed: “The exact number of people killed and injured remains unknown, but it appears that dozens of people have reportedly been killed and others seriously injured.”
The attacks, which occurred on June 29, involved a non-state armed group allegedly targeting a wedding party in Gwoza with a person-borne improvised explosive device. The UN reported that the initial attack killed dozens, including children, women, and men, and was followed by two more attacks later the same day.
UN Resident Coordinator Mohamed Fall expressed his horror and condemnation of the attacks, stating: “I am horrified by this attack on civilian populations and condemn such acts in the strongest terms. I stand in solidarity with the Government of Nigeria, and the families and communities of all those affected.”
Fall emphasized the importance of protecting civilians under international humanitarian law and has reached out to the Borno State Government to offer condolences and support from the UN and the humanitarian community.
