Nigeria, May 17 -- Fresh accounts from parents in Mussa village, Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno State, have revealed the devastating scale of Friday's terrorist attack, with community leaders and affected families saying the number of missing children has risen to 51.

PREMIUM TIMES had earlier reported that suspected Boko Haram/ISWAP insurgents attacked schools and homes in the rural community, initially leaving over 40 children unaccounted for. New community-based verification now suggests the figure may be significantly higher.

A verified register obtained by this newspaper from Mussa Ward councillor Peter Wabba identified 40 missing children by name, age, and family background. Community leaders say subsequent checks indic...