Gunmen kill nearly 200 people in Nigeria

Nearly 200 people were killed in attacks by gunmen in Nigeria's Kwara and Katsina states, according to reports on February 5, 2026. These incidents represent the deadliest violence seen in the region in recent months. The attacks occurred amidst Nigeria's growing security crisis, which is fueled by both militant violence and criminal gangs. The violence highlights the ongoing challenges the country faces in maintaining security and protecting its citizens from armed groups. The attacks in Kwara and Katsina states underscore the severity of the situation.