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Nigerian farmers slaughtered, beheaded in retaliation after villagers stand up to gunman
Dozens of farmers have been killed — including 30 men who were reportedly beheaded — in an attack by suspected Islamist militants in north-east Nigeria.
Key points:
- The farmers were reportedly slaughtered in retaliation for refusing to pay extortion
- A lone gunman had been demanding money and food
- Ten women are among those still missing
“At least 110 civilians were ruthlessly killed and many others were wounded in this attack,” UN humanitarian coordinator in Nigeria Edward Kallon said in a statement.
“The incident is the most violent direct attack against innocent civilians this year.
“I call for the perpetrators of this heinous and senseless act to be brought to justice.”
Mr Kallon also said there were “reports that several women may have…
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