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Gunmen open fire after a funeral in Nigeria, killing 8
Police said five others were wounded and more officers were deployed after the attack, while Amnesty International Nigeria put the death toll at 10.
- Gunmen opened fire after a funeral in the Otukpo-Nobi community of Benue State, Nigeria, killing eight people, according to police reports.
- The attack occurred in the early hours of July 12, 2026, injuring five others and resulting in the burning of thatched houses and a motorcycle.
- Following the incident, police have increased patrols and deployed more officers to the area.
- Amnesty International Nigeria reported at least 10 deaths and highlighted youth protests demanding an end to raids and abductions in Benue State.
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Gunmen open fire after a funeral in Nigeria, killing 8
Gunmen have opened fire at people after a funeral in north-central Nigeria, killing eight. Police said the attack happened early Sunday in the Otukpo-Nobi community of Benue state.
·New York, United States
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At least eight people were killed and five were wounded in Nigeria after gunmen opened fire on people attending a funeral, police said today.
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Total News Sources15
Leaning Left8Leaning Right1Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution57% Left
Bias Distribution
- 57% of the sources lean Left
57% Left
L 57%
C 36%
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