5 h. ago Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue read more Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

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6 h. ago Benue Killings: Resign Now If You Can’t Protect Nigerians, Pro

A political pressure group, Atiku Support Organisation (ASO), has issued a scathing condemnation of President Bola Tinubu’s administration over what it described as the “unending genocide” in Benue State, calling for the President’s resignation if he cannot guarantee the safety of Nigerians. In a press statement signed by the National Publicity Secretary of ASO, Dr. […]

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7 h. ago Tinubu Reacts To Benue Killings, Orders Security Chiefs To Restore Peace

President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue State. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday night, President Tinubu renewed his order in the wake of the latest round of reprisal attacks that led to the death of many […]

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10 h. ago Benue killings: Senator Zam decries leadership failure, demands urgent action

Tribune Online Benue killings: Senator Zam decries leadership failure, demands urgent action ...over 100 people were feared killed on Friday night by Fulani militia in Yelewata, Guma LGA of Benue State. Benue killings: Senator Zam decries leadership failure, demands urgent action Tribune Online

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10 h. ago Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security

Tribune Online Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security Some young men thronged the streets of Makurdi, Benue State capital to protest the killings of people by suspected armed herders. Killings: Protest rocks Benue as IGP takes over state security Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Peter Obi expresses concerns over escalating Benue killings, seeks decisive action

Tribune Online Peter Obi expresses concerns over escalating Benue killings, seeks decisive action “This is not merely violence. It is a failure of leadership, a stain on our collective conscience" Peter Obi expresses concerns over escalating Benue killings, seeks decisive action Tribune Online

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12 h. ago Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings

IGP takes over security in Benue From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Angry youths, on Sunday, June 15, 2025, took over the Wurukum Roundabout in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, protesting the renewed killings across the state. Recall that in the early hours of Saturday, June 14, 2025, gunmen suspected to be herdsmen attacked Yelwata and Daudu […] The post Anger, tense atmosphere in Makurdi as youths protest Benue killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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18 h. ago Northern CAN seeks global aid, war on Benue, Borno terrorists

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has called on the federal government to seek international assistance and declare total war on terrorists, particularly over the Benue, Borno killings and abductions across Nigeria. A statement by Secretary General, Northern CAN, Elder […] The post Northern CAN seeks global aid, war on Benue, Borno terrorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s necks like animals in fresh Benue attacks

…Over 200 residents, IDPs, soldiers killed From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed yesterday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high-ranking officer in the army also revealed that two soldiers were also killed in […] The post Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s necks like animals in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s throats in fresh Benue attacks

…Over 200 residents, IDPs, soldiers killed From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed yesterday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high-ranking officer in the army also revealed that two soldiers were also killed in […] The post Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s throats in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago JUST IN: Over 200 residents, including IDPs, soldiers killed in fresh Benue attacks

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed Saturday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high ranking officer in the army also disclosed that two soldiers were killed in a separate attack same Saturday morning […] The post JUST IN: Over 200 residents, including IDPs, soldiers killed in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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54 h. ago Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents

Some yet to be identified gunmen invaded Mtsewnem, Akondutyough village in the North Bank axis of Makurdi, Benue State, leaving three residents dead, while others were severely injured. It was gathered that the horrible incident happened on the 12th of June, 2025, a day when the nation celebrate Democracy Day. READ MORE: Benue NASS Members Tackle […] The post Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Again, herdsmen kill four, injure others in Benue communities 

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen have again, attacked two communities in Agatu and Apa Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Benue State, killing four persons and injuring many others. Our correspondent gathered that the attacks took place simultaneously on Monday, June 9, 2025, at about 5:30pm. Locals who spoke to newsmen on […] The post Again, herdsmen kill four, injure others in Benue communities  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago One killed, over 1,185 cattle rustled in Benue, MACBAN cries out

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) Benue State Chapter, had cried out over the rustling of over 1,185 cattle belonging to their members by criminals elements in the state. MACBAN Chairman and Secretary, Ardo Risku Moh’d and Ibrahim Galma raised the alarm in a statement they both signed […] The post One killed, over 1,185 cattle rustled in Benue, MACBAN cries out appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago “Don’t Politicize Bloodshed” – PDP Warns Alia Over Comments On Killings In Benue

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has issued a strong response to Governor Hyacinth Alia’s recent allegations linking Abuja-based politicians to ongoing killings in the state. Governor Alia, during a live interview on Saturday, had claimed that some political figures from Benue, now holding office in Abuja, were responsible for the insecurity ravaging […] The post “Don’t Politicize Bloodshed” – PDP Warns Alia Over Comments On Killings In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Arewa group slams Bishops over call for State of emergency in Benue

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A Northern group under the auspices of Pathfinders Arewa Projects (PAP) has slammed the charismatic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) over its call for a declaration of a state of emergency in Benue State. Following recent massive killings of innocent citizens by armed herders in some communities of Benue State, the […] The post Arewa group slams Bishops over call for State of emergency in Benue appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue killings: 5,795 children, 8,650 women displaced in Gwer West alone – SEMA

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, and Executive Secretary, Benue State Emergency Management Agency (BSEMA), Sir James Iorpuu, has disclosed that a total of 4,648 households, comprising 18,592 individuals, have been newly displaced in Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) alone following recent attacks in the area. […] The post Benue killings: 5,795 children, 8,650 women displaced in Gwer West alone – SEMA appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue killings: Army chief moves in, deploys more troops, logistics

Tribune Online Benue killings: Army chief moves in, deploys more troops, logistics •Police relocate Area Commanders, tactical teams to Apa, Gwer LGs The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant-General Olufemi Oluyede, on Tuesday, moved to Benue State in a strategic move to address the incessant killing of innocent villagers by suspected herders and militia groups in the state. A source at the Army Headquarters told the News […] Benue killings: Army chief moves in, deploys more troops, logistics Tribune Online

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1 week ago Benue Killings: Arewa Group Tackles Lawyer Over Call For State Of Emergency

A northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT), has tackled a senior lawyer who called for a declaration of state of emergency in Benue State due to seemingly unending killing of citizens by herders in the area. Following the continued security challenges in the state, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Professor Sabastine Hon had asked […]

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1 week ago Benue killings: Army chief meets Gov Alia, appeals for support

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Chief Of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has appealed to the government and people of Benue State to support the military with credible and timely information to end the attack on  innocent citizens of the state by suspected herders and other militia groups. Oluyede  made the appeal when […] The post Benue killings: Army chief meets Gov Alia, appeals for support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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