Teenagers of the Boys Brigade and others who were victims of the Christmas Eve attack by notorious terrorist group, Boko Haram in Borno state have been laid to rest amid tears.
The boys were killed in cold blood by members of the dreaded sect on the eve of Christmas, December 24th in Pemi Village, Chibok Local Government Area in Borno State.
At least seven people were reportedly killed, including a Pastor (Chaplain), three Boys and two observers during rehearsals on Christmas Eve.
The attack did send shockwaves across the country and drew condemnation from many quarters including the Nigerian government.
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ccording to Kachallah Usman, secretary of the Chibok local government area, who spoke with CNN, “Boko Haram attacked Pemi village, killed seven people and abducted another seven, including a pastor.”
“They also burned down a church, a dispensary and several houses,” Usman added.
