US Lawmaker Claims Fulani Militants Have Killed More Nigerians Than Boko Haram and ISIS

A US congressman recently told Congress that Fulani militant herdsmen have been responsible for more Nigerian deaths than both Boko Haram and ISIS combined. He cited official data to underline the scale of attacks on farming communities. His remarks came during a hearing on security and counterterrorism in West Africa. The lawmaker urged international partners to increase support for victims and strengthen collaborative efforts. The statement has sparked heated debate across Nigeria over the government’s response to communal violence. Many are questioning whether current measures are sufficient to protect vulnerable regions.

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