The United States on Monday lamented the murder of at least 43 farmers by the Boko Haram sect at Koshebe village in Mafa Local Government Area of Borno on Saturday.

The US condemned the terrorist attack through a press statement a copy of which was sent to BusinessDay Monday night.

They empathized with the families and friends of victims while reiterating support for Nigeria in the fight against terrorism.

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According to the statement, “The United States condemns in the strongest terms the abhorrent November 28 terrorist attack in Borno, Nigeria.

“The United States offers our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those killed or kidnapped.

“These craven attacks are a stark reminder of why the United States stands with the Nigerian government and people as they fight to defeat terrorism and work to bring the perpetrators to justice.”

With years of experience in Nigerian journalism, Iniobong Iwok has built a reputation for deep political insight, compelling storytelling, and consistent, fact-driven reporting. Over the years, he has gained extensive experience reporting and writing incisive political analysis. Iniobong has interviewed key political figures across Nigeria and covered major national events, including the 2019 and 2023 general elections. A versatile journalist, he also has strong experience in education reporting and sector analysis. His work reflects a deep commitment to good governance and public accountability. Iniobong holds a B.Sc. in Sociology from the University of Ilorin and an M.Sc. in Sociology (Development Specialisation) from Lagos State University.

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