Gunmen kill at least 29 in northeast Nigeria after targeting young people at football pitch
Summary
Gunmen attacked a football match in Adamawa state, northeastern Nigeria, killing at least 29 people and burning homes and places of worship. The attack is part of ongoing violence involving jihadist groups and local criminal gangs in the region.Key Facts
- The attack took place on Sunday in Guyaku community, Gombi Local Government Area, Adamawa state.
- At least 29 people, including young people and women watching a football game, were killed.
- Attackers also burned a church, houses, and motorcycles during the hours-long assault.
- The Islamic State's West Africa Province (ISWAP) claimed responsibility, saying they targeted Christians.
- The state governor blamed Boko Haram militants, another jihadist group active in the area.
- Since 2009, jihadist violence in northeastern Nigeria has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.
- Nigeria seeks help from the United States for training and technical support to fight jihadists.
- Another violent incident occurred nearby involving communal clashes over farmland disputes.
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