Gunmen kill at least 29 at football pitch in north-east Nigeria, governor says
Summary
Gunmen attacked a group of young people at a football field in Adamawa state, north-east Nigeria, killing at least 29 people. The attackers also burned churches, houses, and motorcycles, and a jihadist group called Islamic State's West Africa Province claimed responsibility. Nigerian officials have condemned the attack and promised stronger security measures.Key Facts
- At least 29 people were killed in an attack in Guyaku community, Adamawa state.
- The victims were mostly young people gathered at a football pitch, including some women.
- The attackers burned places of worship, houses, and nearly 100 motorcycles.
- The Islamic State’s West Africa Province claimed responsibility for the attack.
- Boko Haram militants are active in the region and blamed for violence there.
- Since 2009, Boko Haram and ISWAP insurgencies have killed many and displaced millions in north-east Nigeria.
- Nigerian security forces rescued 15 children after kidnappers seized them at a school in Kogi state.
- Kidnappings of school children are common in Nigeria due to weak security and ransom demands.
- The Nigerian government is seeking support from the US to help fight jihadist violence.
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