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Deadly Attack in Nigeria's Niger State
Armed attackers killed at least 20 people in Nigeria's northwestern Niger state, though police reported a lower death toll of three. Local sources attributed the violence to a jihadist group linked to Al Qaeda, which also abducted residents and destroyed homes.
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- Apr 9, 2026, 4:00 PM
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7 tagsNigeriaattackkidnappingjihadistinsurgencyShirorodeath toll
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1 evidence itemsNigeria: At least 20 killed in attack, residents say
News · 1Apr 9, 2026, 4:00 PMOpen original source
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Nigeria: At least 20 killed in attack, residents say
Apr 9, 2026, 4:00 PM
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