Gunmen kill over 30 in attacks on northern Nigerian communities

Gunmen launched simultaneous attacks on three communities in northern Nigeria, killing at least 32 people. The attacks targeted Tunga-Makeri, Konkoso, and Pissa in Niger state, with six deaths reported in Tunga-Makeri and 26 in Konkoso. Security teams have been deployed for rescue operations in the area, where security is deteriorating due to violence by Islamic militants and armed gangs. The US government has accused Nigerian authorities of failing to protect Christians, leading to a security partnership between the two nations.

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