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Boko Haram kills at least 60 in overnight attack on Nigerian village

Boko Haram kills at least 60 in overnight attack on Nigerian village

In a tragic incident, the militant group Boko Haram has carried out an overnight attack on a village in Borno State, Nigeria, resulting in the deaths of at least 60 people. The victims included individuals who had recently returned to the village after years of being displaced, highlighting the ongoing struggle faced by communities in the region. The attack, which took place in the early hours of the morning, saw Boko Haram militants invade the village, indiscriminately targeting and killing the inhabitants. The scale of the violence has left the local community in shock and mourning, as they grapple with the devastating loss of life. The incident underscores the persistent threat posed by Boko Haram, a militant group that has been operating in the region for years and has been responsible for numerous attacks and the displacement of hundreds of thousands of people. The Nigerian government and security forces continue to combat the group, but the threat remains significant, highlighting the need for a comprehensive and sustained approach to address the crisis.

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