The attack occurred on Friday, October 23, 2026, when armed men reportedly stormed the community on motorcycles during market activities, opening fire on residents, destroying properties and looting shops.

According to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), the attack affected 7,123 people and displaced 5,187 residents, following a preliminary assessment by the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency (TSEMA).

The violence forced residents to flee their homes in search of safety. Some reportedly drowned after a canoe capsized as they attempted to escape across a river.

Survivors described the incident as devastating, saying families lost relatives, homes, livestock and other sources of livelihood.

One resident, Maryam Abbas, who worked as a food seller, farmer and fisherwoman, said the attackers destroyed properties and stole livestock, including cows and goats.

She appealed to the government for assistance, saying residents had lost almost everything and could no longer farm or carry out their normal economic activities safely.

Another survivor, Ezekiel Salihu, called on the government and security agencies to strengthen security in the community, adding that schools had been shut down following the attack.

The incident has raised fresh concerns about insecurity in rural communities across northern Nigeria, particularly the impact of armed attacks on farming, education and local economic activities.

NEMA said it was working with the Taraba State Emergency Management Agency, local authorities and other relevant stakeholders to assess the needs of affected residents and coordinate humanitarian assistance.

The agency also expressed condolences to families who lost loved ones and wished those injured a speedy recovery.

Residents are appealing for sustained security measures and humanitarian support as families struggle to recover from the devastating attack.