Former Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Aliyu Idi Hong, has condemned the Boko Haram attack on Gaya Community in Hong Local Government Area of Adamawa State, describing the incident as tragic, unacceptable and deeply disturbing.
The attack, which occurred on the evening of August 17, 2026, reportedly claimed innocent lives and caused widespread destruction, leaving residents and families devastated.
In a statement, Dr. Idi Hong expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and the people of Gaya, Hong LGA and Adamawa State. He described the incident as heart wrenching and called for urgent measures to strengthen security and protect vulnerable communities from further attacks.
Dr. Idi Hong also prayed for the repose of the souls of those who lost their lives, while asking God to grant comfort, strength and healing to the bereaved families and other affected residents.
He urged security agencies to intensify surveillance and security operations in the area to prevent a recurrence of such attacks and restore confidence among residents.
The former minister further reaffirmed his commitment to the people of Gaya, stressing the need for collective efforts towards achieving lasting peace and security across Hong Local Government Area and Adamawa State.
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