Historical Events tagged with "central mosque"
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Violent Attack on Kano Central Mosque
Gunmen attacked the central mosque in Kano, Nigeria, detonating three bombs during Friday prayers, resulting in the deaths of at least 120 people. The assault took place amid rising violence attributed to Boko Haram, which has targeted places of worship. Survivors described scenes of chaos as worshippers scrambled for safety amid the explosions, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the city in recent years. Security concerns were heightened as the attackers targeted a fundamental religious gathering during a pivotal time for the Muslim community.
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