At least nine farmers have been killed and several others abducted in a deadly raid on a farming community in Nigeria's Kaduna State, underscoring the growing insecurity threatening rural livelihoods as armed gangs intensify attacks during the country's planting season.
Armed bandits killed at least nine farmers and kidnapped several others during an attack on farmland outside Kakangi village in Kaduna State on Saturday, according to a security report seen by AFP and local sources.
The gunmen stormed fields in Birnin Gwari district, opening fire on farmers as they worked during the rainy season, when agricultural activities are at their peak.
A security report prepared for the United Nations said nine bodies had been recovered, with six victims formally identified by local authorities.
Attack linked to revenge
