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Suspected Boko Haram Militants Kill Over 100 in Devastating Attack on Nigerian Village

The assault on Tarmuwa in Yobe State marks one of the deadliest incidents in the region this year, with conflicting death toll reports and ongoing searches for missing residents.

  • Eyewitnesses report over 100 fatalities, while official figures estimate 34 to 81 deaths.
  • The attack involved more than 50 militants on motorcycles, armed with rifles and RPGs.
  • Local residents believe the assault was retaliation for informing security forces about Boko Haram activities.
  • President Tinubu condemned the attack but offered no specific measures to prevent future incidents.
  • Conflict in northeastern Nigeria has resulted in over 35,000 deaths and displaced more than 2 million people since 2009.
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