Nigerian security forces kill 30 gunmen in counter-attack in northwest
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Nigerian security forces have killed at least 30 gunmen after armed attacks in the country’s troubled northwest, authorities said Thursday.
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- Nigerian security forces killed at least 30 gunmen after armed attacks in the northwest.
- The northwest and north-central regions have seen increased attacks by armed gangs. 10s
- A joint police and military operation was launched after attacks on several villages. 24s
- Three police officers and two soldiers died during the counter-attack. 29s
- Kidnappings for ransom are a major funding source for armed groups in the region. 45s