It is the latest in a spate of violent attacks in Niger state, and comes a day after officials said schools could reopen following a mass abduction last year.
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From Caracas ‘fort’ to New York court: Maduro’s capture in pictures and maps
Follow the operation to seize the Venezuelan president through photos, satellite images and maps.
Video shows Maduro’s arrival in US and journey into custody
The Venezuelan president is in custody in New York after he was captured during US strikes on Saturday.
Schools to start reopening after Nigeria mass abduction
Schools in “safe and secure areas” will be allowed to reopen after 250 children were taken in November.
Thousands stranded across Europe as Greece airspace disrupted
A fault with radio communications caused air traffic controllers to temporarily suspend arrivals and departures.
Bowen: Trump’s action could set precedent for authoritarian powers across globe
Trump seems to believe he makes the rules and others cannot have the same privileges.
Swiss open criminal case against managers of ski resort bar after deadly fire
It comes after a preliminary investigation found the likely cause was sparklers on champagne bottles being carried too close to the ceiling.
UK and France bomb underground IS arms bunker in Syria
RAF Typhoon jets joined French aircraft in a strike on an Islamic State group arms store in Syria, UK officials say.
Brigitte Bardot Foundation issues warning about scam memorabilia
Online adverts tout merchandise of the actress with claims the proceeds will go to her charity, it says.
Wicked composer latest to cancel Kennedy Center gig after Trump name change
Stephen Schwartz says he will not appear at the arts venue as it “has now become an ideological statement”.