Bandits raid remote central Nigerian village, at least 35 dead
Summary
Bandits attacked a remote village in central Nigeria's Kwara state, killing at least 35 people and setting buildings on fire, the deadliest assault in the area this year.
Key Points
- At least 35 people were killed in an attack by bandits in Woro village, Kwara state, Nigeria.
- The attackers set fire to buildings and shops during the assault.
- Villagers fled to the surrounding bushland to escape the gunmen.
- Kwara state has seen a rise in bandit attacks near the border with Niger state.
