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According to Al Jazeera (recognized source), gunmen have killed at least 29 people in Guyaku village in Adamawa State, Nigeria. ISIL (ISIS) has claimed responsibility for the attack, which lasted several hours. This attack could have significant implications for the education system, particularly in terms of teaching and professional development. The prolonged nature of the attack suggests that local security personnel, including police and military, were heavily engaged for several hours. These security personnel are often responsible for ensuring the safety and security of educational institutions and staff. If their workload and hours are significantly impacted due to the need to respond to such an event, this could lead to a reduction in the availability of security personnel to protect schools and teachers. The immediate effect of the attack would be on the security and safety of the educational environment. In the short term, this could result in a higher workload for security personnel, potentially leading to longer hours and increased stress. Over the long term, if the security situation does not improve, there could be a sustained impact on the availability and reliability of security services, which could affect the overall sense of safety and well-being of teachers and students. This could lead to a decrease in the number of teachers willing to work in areas with increased security risks, impacting the availability of qualified educators. This could lead to a reduction in the quality of education provided, as schools may struggle to find and retain teachers. Additionally, the stress and anxiety experienced by teachers and students due to the ongoing security concerns could affect their professional development and overall well-being. **DOMAINS AFFECTED**: Education **EVIDENCE TYPE**: Event report **UNCERTAINTY**: If the security situation does not improve, then the availability and reliability of security services could be sustained, leading to a decrease in the number of teachers willing to work in the area. Depending on the response from the government and international community, the impact on the teaching and professional development workload and hours could vary.