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Fifteen persons believed to the officials of international Non-Governmental Organisations (NGO) have been reportedly kidnapped by the Islamic State of West African Province, (ISWAP) terrorists in Damboa town of Borno state.
The victims reportedly left Damboa town and heading for Adamawa when they were abducted on Wednesday.
A local security source told Daily Trust that the insurgents struck near Gumsuri village in Damboa, as they waylaid motorists and forcefully took them into Sambisa forest.
“It is unfortunate that the insurgents continue their nefarious activities on the fringe of Sambisa forests, we have received reports that ISWAP kidnapped at least 15 persons (passengers) near Gumsuri village while allowing two others to go.
“They are desperate to recruit more people into their criminal activities. They deceived people because they dressed in military attire. It is sad and shocking,” a security source said.