From The Straits Times · · 40s
Gunmen Kill 20 in Nigeria Market Attack
Gunmen ambush traders in Nigeria's Zamfara state, killing 20 people.
In brief
Gunmen ambush traders in Nigeria's Zamfara state, killing 20 people. Gunmen killed at least 20 people in Nigeria's Zamfara state during a market convoy ambush. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Market Ambush in Zamfara
Gunmen ambushed a convoy of traders travelling to a market under military escort in nigeria's northwestern zamfara state.
20 Killed in Attack
At least 20 people were killed including four soldiers, three policemen, and a civil defence corps officer.
Bandits Surge in Region
Northwestern nigeria has seen a surge in attacks by heavily armed gangs known as bandits.
What it means
Gunmen killed at least 20 people in Nigeria's Zamfara state during a market convoy ambush.
