Dozens of civilians killed, kidnapped as jihadists clash in Nigeria — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/dozens-of-civilians-killed-kidnapped-as-jihadists-clash-in-nigeriaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Jihadists kill and kidnap dozens in Nigerian village attackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/dozens-of-civilians-killed-kidnapped-as-jihadists-clash-in-nigeriahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/dozens-of-civilians-killed-kidnapped-as-jihadists-clash-in-nigeria#u48090Tue, 25 Aug 2026 08:20:15 +0000Armed men attacked Nigerian villages, killing and abducting dozens of civilians. Some kidnappings occurred during Friday prayers at a mosque. Police and local residents report that scores of people were taken captive. The violence is linked to clashes between jihadist factions within the country.Why it mattersNigeria faces persistent instability from competing militant groups. Attacks on religious gatherings and rural villages are common tactics used to exert control or seize captives.What is confirmedArmed men attacked villages in Nigeria and kidnapped dozens of people.Police confirm that doz