At least 40 civilians killed in attack in Nigeria's Taraba State

At least 40 civilians were killed in an attack in Nigeria's southeastern Taraba State, according to the Premium Times newspaper, which cited human rights activists. A group of gunmen entered the village of Binnari from the neighboring Plateau State. The attackers burned the peasants' crops, destroyed their homes, looted shops, and killed civilians indiscriminately.

Eyewitnesses told the Premium Times that the final death toll may be higher, as many residents are still missing. Search and rescue operations are continuing in the area.

The attack is the latest incident of violence in Nigeria's Middle Belt region, where clashes between farming communities and armed groups have occurred in recent years. The report by Mehr News added that the situation remains tense as authorities assess the full extent of the casualties and damage.