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By Our Correspondent
According to local sources, heavily armed insurgents stormed the two villages in the early hours, firing gunshots and setting homes and shops ablaze. The attack reportedly triggered panic across the communities, with families abandoning their houses and running into nearby bushland to avoid being caught in the violence.
Witnesses described scenes of chaos as gunfire echoed through the area. Parts of Kirchinga, including sections around the local market, were said to have come under intense assault. Although the full extent of casualties remains unclear, unconfirmed reports indicate that several people may have been killed, while many others are still missing.
Security operatives were said to have engaged the attackers, leading to exchanges of gunfire that lasted for hours. However, as of the time of reporting, there has been no official statement confirming casualty figures or detailing the level of destruction.
The latest attack underscores the persistent security challenges facing communities in northeastern Nigeria.
For over a decade, Boko Haram and its splinter factions have carried out repeated raids on villages, targeting civilians, security forces, and public infrastructure, leaving thousands dead and millions displaced.
Residents of Sheweri and Kirchinga are now seeking refuge in safer neighboring towns as fear grips the region. Community leaders are calling for urgent reinforcement of security personnel to prevent further incursions and to reassure displaced families hoping to return home.
Authorities are expected to provide further updates as security assessments continue.
