The United States has condemned the killings of farmers in Borno State.
In a statement released by the Public Affairs Section of the US Consulate in Nigeria, the US condemned what it described violent attack in Borno, Nigeria.
The US reaffirms her commitment to support the Nigerian government to defeat terrorism and bring perpetrators to book.
“The United States offers our deepest condolences to the families and friends of those killed or kidnapped.
“These abhorrent 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,” the statement added.
It will be recalled that on Saturday, November 28th, several people were killed in an attack on rice farmers in Borno State.