Clashes linked to a land dispute kill 18 in north-central Nigeria, police say
Summary
At least 18 people died in violent clashes linked to a land dispute between two tribes in Niger State, Nigeria. The attacks included shootings and burning of a house, and security forces are working with local leaders to stop the fighting.Key Facts
- The violence happened in the Rafi area of Niger State, north-central Nigeria.
- Two people were killed on Monday, followed by 15 people burned in a house on Wednesday, and one more person killed elsewhere.
- The conflict is related to an ongoing land dispute between two local tribes.
- Police and military forces have started joint patrols to bring peace to the region.
- A local government-led reconciliation committee is trying to resolve the crisis.
- Land disputes and communal violence are common in parts of Nigeria.
- Niger State also faces problems with armed kidnappers who demand ransom and extort farmers.
- This incident happened shortly after 36 students were kidnapped in northeast Nigeria.
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