Red Cross Confirms 162 Deaths in Kwara State Massacre by Gunmen
The Red Cross confirmed 162 deaths in a brutal attack in Kwara State, Nigeria, with gunmen targeting a village in the west-central state. Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq disclosed the death toll of 75 people, with the number later rising to 162.
The attack occurred late Tuesday, with the military conducting operations against terrorist elements in the area. The Nigerian military has intensified efforts, launching counter-offensives against the armed gangs and jihadist groups active in the region.
The attack in Kwara State is part of the broader security challenges facing Nigeria, with groups like JNIM and Boko Haram carrying out deadly attacks. The state government has condemned the attack, expressing frustration at the terrorist cells.
The Nigerian military has reported successes in neutralizing bandits and terrorists in recent operations, aiming to enhance security in the region.
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