The number of victims of militant attacks in Nigeria has increased to 56 people.

A militant attack in Benue State in Nigeria has killed at least 56 people. This was reported on Sunday, April 20, by the Reuters news agency, citing the governor of the region, Hyacinth Aliya.

"The death toll from attacks by suspected herders on communities in Benue State in central Nigeria has risen to 56 people," the publication said.

As indicated, so many people became victims of attacks in just one night.

It is assumed that the attack was carried out by an ethical group of cattle breeders.

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On April 19, it was reported that 20 people were killed in clashes between nomadic and agricultural settlements in eastern Nigeria. Groups of nomadic shepherds armed with machine guns attacked populated areas and indiscriminately opened fire on local residents, farmers and those who could not escape. Clashes arise due to the rivalry between nomads and the settled population for water sources and land.