Gunmen, suspected to be members of Boko
Haram, stormed Damaturu in the early hours of
today and began shooting and bombing the city.
The attack, which was ongoing as at 7.30am
today, has seen residents of the town scampering
for safety.
According to reports, the mobile Police base
which is in the outskirts of the town has been
burnt down and many state institutions have also
been raided by the rampaging gunmen who are
now reportedly advancing to the main town of
Damaturu.
They have also attacked some schools, including
the Yobe State University located in Damaturu.
The students have taken to the bushes for
safety. There are also reports the militants are
advancing to the government house with the aim
of taking it over. More details later
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