Gunmen in northern Nigeria kill dozens of people and kidnap a number of children in two separate attacks, police and residents say
Thinly stretched security forces in the region are struggling to curb gang violence. / Photo: Reuters Archive
Residents said on Sunday that armed men had attacked Janbako and Sakkida villages in northwestern Zamfara state on Saturday, killing 24 people. The gunmen also abducted several children who were collecting firewood in a forest in neighbouring Gora village. Hussaini Ahmadu and Abubakar Maradun, local residents in Janbako and Sakkida, told Reuters by phone that the gangs had earlier in the week demanded villagers pay a fee to enable them to farm their fields, but villagers did not do so.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Cartel Gunmen Leave Three Human Heads near Mexican Army Base in CancunA group of cartel gunmen left three severed human heads and a narco-banner next to a military base in Cancun.
Read more »
Police arrest suspect in Florida's Hollywood Beach shooting that injured 9 on Memorial DayOne suspected gunman has been arrested in connection with the Memorial Day mass shooting on Florida's Hollywood Broadwalk that left at least nine people hurt and sent holiday revelers fleeing for safety, police confirmed to CBS Miami on Saturday.
Read more »
Police in Missouri town remind residents that wrestling a local black bear is illegalBear sightings in Salem, Missouri, led the town police to remind residents of an obscure state law: Bear wrestling is a Class A misdemeanor.
Read more »
NY Gov. Hochul overly reliant on local officials during historical Buffalo blizzard: reportHochul’s handling of the road closures came under intense scrutiny in the immediate aftermath of the snow squall as photos and videos of motorists stranded on roads circulated widely.
Read more »
2nd grader in Fort Bend ISD raises $1,000 in 2 weeks for local animal rescuesFun for Porter meant finding a way to raise money for local animal rescues. Her inspiration was Jenni’s Rescue Ranch, a charitable organization based in Alvin. The nonprofit is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating and finding forever homes for the many animals left on the streets, often times in horrible condition.
Read more »
Murder suspect flees before trial, cuts ankle monitor - KRLD All LocalPlus, organizer of market in Fort Worth faces backlash for excluding vendor and Gov. Abbott says even though lawmakers have made progress they may have to stay in Austin longer.
Read more »