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At least 40 people have reportedly been killed after gunmen attacked Binnari village in Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, northeastern Nigeria. The deadly attack occurred on Friday, October 23, 2026, triggering fresh concerns over the safety of rural communities and the country's ongoing security challenges. Death Toll Rises After Attack According to Reuters, citing Amnesty International, at least 40 people were killed in the attack. The Taraba State Police Command initially confirmed that 10 bodies had been recovered. However, the reported death toll increased as more bodies were discovered. Police said the attackers invaded the community with heavy gunfire and looted food items from local shops. Amnesty International also reported that homes, shops, motorcycles and food supplies were destroyed during the incident. Amnesty International Condemns Killings Amnesty International condemned the attack and called on Nigerian authorities to investigate the killings im...