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Boko Haram militants on motorcycles attacked a Nigerian village, killing over 100, residents say
At least 100 villagers were killed in northeastern Nigeria when suspected Boko Haram Islamic extremists attacked a market and homes, according to residents.
Over 50 extremists on motorcycles fired and set buildings ablaze in the Tarmuwa council area, reported Yobe police spokesperson Dungus Abdulkarim.
Boko Haram claimed responsibility for the attack, stating it was retaliation for villagers alerting security about their activities.