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Islamic State militants kill at least 29 in attack on a village in northeastern Nigeria
Militants linked to the Islamic State group attacked a village overnight in northeastern Nigeria, killing at least 29 people, authorities said. The incident was reported on Monday, April 27, 2026.
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The attack underscores ongoing violence linked to Islamic State affiliates in the region, contributing to insecurity in northeastern Nigeria.
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Attack on village in northeastern Nigeria by Islamic State militants
April 27, 2026
Authorities said militants affiliated with the Islamic State group attacked a village overnight in northeastern Nigeria, killing at least 29 people.