“It is shocking that in the 10 years since the Chibok school abduction, the Nigerian authorities have not learned any lessons…,” said Amnesty International Nigeria director.
Authorities are yet to understand the extent of the attack on Wednesday evening, an official said.
The items recovered include 62 jerry cans loaded with petrol, hidden in different houses and shops.
“This government is ever committed to the security and welfare of all citizens. Hence people should not panic during the Sallah festivity.”
“He is also not fit to walk our streets freely.”
“Yes, it’s true, the troops reclaimed the town so far, no casualty recorded from our troops after the gun battle,” army spokesman said.
The soldiers were engaged in a fierce firefight with insurgents on Saturday.