Insecurity: 86 killed, 14 abducted In violent attacks across Nigeria last week

No fewer than 86 persons were killed in violent attacks across Nigeria last week.

At least 14 others were also reported kidnapped, including five pastors of Redeemed Christian Church of God.

The major incident was reported on Sunday when Boko Haram insurgents killed over 60 persons in a funeral possession on Saturday in Borno. Three days after the attack, the presidency insisted that Boko Haram had been defeated.

Following the incessant attacks, some Nigerians decided to organise a nationwide protest over in the country. The protest is expected to hold in 21 cities from Monday.

In a related development, the United Kingdom has warned its citizens against travelling to Nigeria on Monday because of the protest. Meanwhile, the lead campaigner of the demonstration, Omoyele Sowore, was arrested by the Nigerian secret police on Saturday in an attempt to frustrate the planned ‘revolution’.

– Premium Times