In Nigeria's Niger State, three villages have been attacked. Heavily armed people attacked early Saturday morning. At least 30 people were killed. Many people were also taken. Homes and a police station were burned. These attacks have made security problems worse.
The villages are Tunga-Makeri, Konkoso, and Pissa. They are in the Borgu area. This area is near the border with Benin. Witnesses said attackers came on many motorcycles. They came at dawn. They shot guns and burned houses. The attacks seem planned by criminal groups. These groups are causing problems in western and central Nigeria.
Police confirmed six deaths in Tunga-Makeri. Many houses were burned there. Some people were taken. Local reports say more people died in Konkoso. About 26 people were killed there. The local police station was also burned. At least one person died in Pissa. Many people were kidnapped, including four women from Konkoso.
These attacks are blamed on armed criminal gangs. They are often called "bandits." These groups attack villages, kill people, and kidnap others for money. This violence is part of a bigger security problem in northern Nigeria. The lines between different armed groups are often unclear. This creates a dangerous situation.
The destruction of homes and businesses has displaced many people. Their lives are now very difficult. The Nigerian government is under pressure to find solutions. They need to stop the violence and bring back order. The insecurity hurts people's lives and the economy. People are living in fear. The world will be watching for action.