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Gunmen open fire after a funeral in Nigeria, killing 8
Gunmen opened fire at a funeral in Otukpo-Nobi community, Benue state, Nigeria, killing eight and wounding five. The attack, which also involved setting thatched houses and a motorcycle ablaze, occurred amid ongoing tensions between herders and farmers over resources. Amnesty International Nigeria reported at least 10 deaths, while police deployed additional officers to the area.
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