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Scores of people kidnapped from a mosque as armed groups attacked multiple villages in Nigeria

In northern central Nigeria's Niger State, multiple villages were targeted by armed groups in a series of attacks, resulting in numerous kidnappings. Police reported that assailants attacked a mosque in Kpenya village, abducting scores of people during prayers. While authorities stated no fatalities occurred, residents estimated between 60 to 80 individuals were taken, with some sustaining gunshot wounds while attempting to flee. Local leaders confirmed the abductions and noted ongoing searches for survivors. Although no group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, such incidents are common in the region due to the presence of various armed groups operating there.

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Scores of people kidnapped from a mosque as armed groups attacked multiple villages in Nigeria

In northern central Nigeria's Niger State, multiple villages were targeted by armed groups in a series of attacks, resulting in numerous kidnappings. Police reported that assailants attacked a mosque in Kpenya village, abducting scores of people during prayers. While authorities stated no fatalities occurred, residents estimated between 60 to 80 individuals were taken, with some sustaining gunshot wounds while attempting to flee. Local leaders confirmed the abductions and noted ongoing searches for survivors. Although no group has claimed responsibility for the attacks, such incidents are common in the region due to the presence of various armed groups operating there.

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