Nigeria: Deadly attack on village in northwestern state of Kaduna

State security commissioner says troops came under fire before forcing the assailants to withdraw.

At least 34 people were killed and seven wounded after gunmen attacked a village in Nigeria’s northwestern state of Kaduna.

“Unidentified gunmen attacked Madamai village in Kaura … 34 residents have been confirmed dead following the attack. Seven others sustained injuries,” state security commissioner Samuel Aruwan said on Monday, later adding that the attack took place late Sunday.

Troops came under fire before forcing the assailants to withdraw after an intense exchange, he said.