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Boko Haram militants have killed a member of the Action Against Hunger, Grace Taku, as well as a driver while three health workers are missing.
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- Published: 20 July 2019
Boko Haram militants have killed a member of the Action Against Hunger, Grace Taku, as well as a driver while three health workers are missing.

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The incident happened when a convoy of the aid agency was
heading to Damasak in Borno State.
The attack is coming a day after an army commander, colonel and
some soldiers were ambushed in Yobe State by Boko Haram
terrorists.
A statement by Action Against Hunger reads, “One of the drivers was
killed, while one Action Against Hunger staff member, two of the
drivers and three health workers are missing.
“We are deeply saddened by this tragic incident as these are
colleagues dedicated to providing life-saving assistance to
individuals and families affected by the ongoing humanitarian
crisis in the northeast of Nigeria. We are very concerned and want
to ensure that they are safe and can be reunited with their
families.
“Action Against Hunger strives to ensure that millions of people in
need of humanitarian assistance in northeast Nigeria receive the
essential services required for their survival, especially women
and children.”