Boko Haram attacks Church: 12 worshippers, 6 militants killed

About 100 members of Boko Haram around 9.30pm yesterday June 1st attacked the EYN Church (Church of Brethren, Nigeria) at Attagara villagein Gwoza LGA of Borno state killing 12 of the worshipers in the church.

According to Sahara Reporters, a senior security official confirmed the incident saying the men armed with guns stormed the church and opened fire on the worshipers. The source said the community members quickly mobilized and engaged the sect men in a battle which led to the death of 6 of the Boko Haram men.