Summarize this content to 2000 words in 6 paragraphs An attack by Boko Haram killed at least 40 farmers in northeast Nigeria’s Borno state, a government official said Monday.Why It MattersBoko Haram’s insurgency has claimed over 35,000 civilian lives and displaced more than two million people in the northeastern region, according to the U.N.What To KnowThe attack on Sunday was suspected to have been carried out by extremists from the Boko Haram group and its breakaway faction that is loyal to the Islamic State group, said Borno state Gov. Babagana Umara Zulum.Boko Haram has been active since 2009, seeking to impose their radical version of Islamic law.
A family member of the victims a suspected attack by Boko Haram gestures in Babban Gide on Sept. 4, 2024. Boko Haram’s insurgency has claimed over 35,000 civilian lives.
A family member of the victims a suspected attack by Boko Haram gestures in Babban Gide on Sept. 4, 2024. Boko Haram’s insurgency has claimed over 35,000 civilian lives.
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The conflict is now Africa’s longest struggle with militancy and has spilled into Nigeria’s northern neighbors.Previous AttacksIn 2014 Boko Haram kidnapped 276 schoolgirls in the village of Chibok in Borno state—the epicenter of the conflict—capturing the attention of the world.In November, at least 50 Boko Haram insurgents were killed after they ambushed a convoy of Nigerian government protection agency officials in Shiroro, Niger state, according to officials.In another confrontation between Chadian forces and Boko Haram insurgents, 17 soldiers were killed, according to an official army report.The clash also resulted in the deaths of 96 rebels.In October, at least 40 soldiers were killed in an attack carried out by unidentified assailants.Boko Haram Blamed By ChadThe Chadian government has previously attributed similar violence in the region to Boko Haram.And in September, over 100 villagers were killed in a suspected Boko Haram attack carried out by more than 50 extremists on motorcycles in northeastern Nigeria, residents said.What People Are SayingBorno state Gov. Babagana Umara Zulum warned civilians to stay within designated “safe zones” that have been cleared by the army of both extremists and munitions. “Let me assure the citizens of Borno that this matter will be thoroughly investigated for further necessary action. Let me use this opportunity to call on the armed forces to track and deal decisively with the perpetrators of this heinous act of violence against our innocent citizens,” he said.Bola Tinubu, President of Nigeria, reflected on the 10 year anniversary of the Chibok kidnapping last year. He said that to address kidnappings, the country “must address the push factors: poverty, inequality, and a paucity of opportunity.” He added “Criminal gangs can find easy recruits among those without either a job, or the prospect of one.”What Happens NextAn investigation has been called by the state governor into the attack.This article includes reporting from The Associated Press
