Boko Haram militants attack farmers, killing dozens in Nigeria

Suspected militants brutally attacked the Dumba community in Nigeria’s Borno State on Sunday, claiming the lives of 40 farmers.

Authorities report the farmers unknowingly wandered beyond a military-established security corridor, entering a perilous zone riddled with landmines. This area has been a stronghold for insurgent groups, including Boko Haram and its affiliate, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP).

The armed groups, engaged in a protracted conflict in northeast Nigeria, are known for their relentless violence and destabilization efforts. Sunday’s attack marks yet another grim chapter in the ongoing insurgency.

Borno State’s commissioner of information, Usman Tar, stated that security forces are combing the area for survivors who may have evaded the onslaught. The tragedy highlights the persistent dangers faced by communities in the region.

This incident underscores the precarious balance between agriculture, survival, and security in conflict-prone areas. Local farmers, critical to Nigeria’s food production, continue to bear the brunt of insurgent terror.

The attack amplifies calls for heightened security measures and more robust military action to protect vulnerable communities from such devastating violence.

Meanwhile, Nigeria’s air force is investigating reports of civilian deaths in an airstrike targeting armed gangs in Zamfara State over the weekend. Witnesses allege the strike killed 15 civilians, including local security guards.

Officials affirm the strike aimed at bandit camps, with successful rescue operations conducted. However, past incidents, including a December airstrike that mistakenly killed 10 civilians in Sokoto State, have raised concerns over collateral damage.

Authorities promise a thorough investigation to mitigate harm and safeguard civilians during military operations.

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