UPDATED: Boko Haram attacks Dapchi town, burns houses

Suspected Hoko Haram fighters have launched an aggressive attack on Dapchi community, Yobe state.

The insurgents invaded the town through Jumba village which is about 5 kilometres away from the affected town.

Locals in neighbouring villages said some houses in Dapchi were razed by the terrorists.

Recall that two weeks ago, the insurgents mounted a checkpoint along Babangida- Dapchi road which led to the abduction of two vigilante members.

Residents in Dapchi have fled the community into the bush for safety.