Fresh concerns have emerged over security in Adamawa State following the circulation of a video in which a man identified in reports as a suspected militant issued threats against communities in Lamurde Local Government Area.
According to the source report, the individual claimed to speak on behalf of the Chobo ethnic group and warned of planned attacks targeting Bachama-speaking communities.
In the video, which circulated on social media and had not been independently verified at the time of reporting, the speaker allegedly announced what he described as a shift to “night mode operation,” suggesting attacks could occur under the cover of darkness.
The individual was also reported to have threatened widespread violence, stating that communities could experience killings and bloodshed.
Additionally, the speaker identified himself as a pastor and made comparisons intended to portray his group as resilient despite its size.
The reported threats come against the backdrop of prolonged tensions between Bachama and Chobo communities in Lamurde Local Government Area, where disputes linked to land and communal issues have contributed to deaths, displacement and property destruction over the past year.
Authorities and stakeholders have previously attempted to ease tensions through peace agreements and mediation efforts, but reports indicate that hostilities have continued to resurface.
The video also reportedly contained allegations against Adamawa State Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, accusing her of supporting one side of the conflict. No evidence was presented in support of the allegation, and the claim had not been independently verified at the time of reporting.
As of publication, no official response from the deputy governor’s office or security agencies was included in the source material.
The latest development highlights ongoing concerns about inflammatory rhetoric, misinformation and the potential for renewed violence in areas already affected by communal conflict.
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