2 h. ago Plateau killings: Another crisis looms as herders allege poisoning of cows in Bassa

• Plateau govt faults claims From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Another crisis is looming in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State as the chairman of Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), in Bassa, Ya’u Idris, has alleged that 36 cattle were killed and 42 others poisoned on Wednesday around Tafi Gana Junction area […] The post Plateau killings: Another crisis looms as herders allege poisoning of cows in Bassa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 h. ago Plateau killings: Govs rally support, CAN donates to victims

The Nigeria Governors’ Forum, led by its Chairman and Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, has expressed solidarity with Plateau State, following recent attacks in Bokkos and Bassa local government areas. The delegation, which visited the state on Thursday, commended Governor Caleb Mutfwang for his swift response to the violence and called for collective efforts to Read More

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9 h. ago Christian Youths Condemn Plateau, Benue Killings, Seek Urgent Action

The Concerned Christian Youth Forum has vehemently condemned the ongoing carnage in Plateau and Benue States, saying the relentless onslaught against innocent civilians by lawless bandits was an affront on natural justice and a gross violation of the sanctity and dignity of human life. In a statement signed by the Convener, Concerned Christian Youth Forum, […]

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11 h. ago Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has condemned the recent spate of killings in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the attacks as unacceptable and calling for urgent government intervention. A statement signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Jamilu Aliyu Charanchi, decried what it termed the “continued mass murder […] The post Plateau killings: Northern coalition demands urgent action to end bloodshed across region appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Plateau Diaspora Group Seeks Decisive Action To End Killings

A Diaspora group under the auspices of Plateau Association, USA, Inc., (PSA-USA) has said the continued killings in the state “are not isolated incidents or mere clashes but deliberate acts of terror, targeting peaceful communities with impunity.” The PSA-USA, in a statement signed by its President, Dr Bartholomew Shepkong, and made available to journalists in […]

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13 h. ago Plateau killings: Another crisis looms as Fulani allege poisoning of cows in Bassa

Plateau govt faults claims Govs’ Forum condoles with Mutfwang From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Another crisis is looming in Bassa local council as Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), in Bassa, Ya’u Idris, has alleged that 36 cattle were killed and 42 others poisoned on Wednesday around the Tafi Gana junction […] The post Plateau killings: Another crisis looms as Fulani allege poisoning of cows in Bassa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago We’re tired of mass burials — Christian youths lament rising killings in Benue, Plateau

The Concerned Christian Youth Forum has raised alarm over the relentless killings in Benue and Plateau states, lamenting the rising number of mass burials as a result of incessant attacks by armed bandits and criminal gangs. Speaking in Abuja on Wednesday, the Convener of the group, James Paul Adama, described the spate of violence in […] The post We’re tired of mass burials — Christian youths lament rising killings in Benue, Plateau appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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22 h. ago ‘Foreign Forces Want To Plunge Nigeria Into Civil War’, Fani

Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has strongly condemned the recent wave of killings in Plateau State and other parts of Northern Nigeria, blaming what he described as “foreign elements” for orchestrating violence aimed at destabilising Nigeria. In a video circulating on social media, Fani-Kayode claimed that the perpetrators of the ongoing violence were not […]

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28 h. ago Plateau killings: Mutfwang bans night grazing, tasks communities on vigilance groups

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has banned night grazing and transportation of cattle after 7pm in a strategic move to curtail incessant killings in the state. The governor has also resolved to immediately activate community vigilance to work in synergy with conventional security, to check armed banditry and all forms of […] The post Plateau killings: Mutfwang bans night grazing, tasks communities on vigilance groups appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Plateau killings: Police arrest key suspects, gov bans night grazing

The police on Wednesday said two key suspects have been arrested in connection with attacks on Plateau communities, leaving over 100 persons death, houses razed and many displaced. In response to the relentless attacks, Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, on Wednesday, announced a restriction on night grazing and a ban on transportation of cattle by Read More

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31 h. ago Plateau Bloodshed: Northern Elders Indict FG, Demand Investigative Panel, Compensation For Victims

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has expressed outrage at the relentless and barbaric killings taking place in Plateau State, describing the government’s response a national disgrace. In a statement by the NEF spokesman, Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere, in Abuja, yesterday, the Northern Elders said what was once a symbol of unity, peace, and cultural diversity […]

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33 h. ago Atiku questions Tinubu’s prolonged stay in France amidst Plateau, Benue killings

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party, Atiku Abubakar, has berated President Bola Tinubu for remaining in France while violence and killings persist in Benue and Plateau states. In a statement released by his media office on Wednesday, Atiku stated that President Tinubu cannot keep feasting and enjoying himself while countless lives are Read More

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38 h. ago Northern Elders Forum flays Plateau killings, demands justice for victims

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has condemned the recent killings in Bassa Local Government Area, Plateau State, through a statement issued on Wednesday, April 16, by its spokesperson, Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere. Jiddere described the violence as “unacceptable” and urged security agencies to swiftly apprehend and prosecute the perpetrators. “It is […] The post Northern Elders Forum flays Plateau killings, demands justice for victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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42 h. ago Plateau killings: Mutfwang bans night grazing, asks communities to activate vigilance groups

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang has banned night grazing and transportation of cattle after 7 pm in strategic moves to curtail incessant killings in the state. The governor has also resolved to immediately activate community vigilante to to work in synergy with conventional security to check armed banditry and all forms […] The post Plateau killings: Mutfwang bans night grazing, asks communities to activate vigilance groups appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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44 h. ago Tambuwal condemns Plateau killings, urges swift federal action

By Shafa’atu Suleiman, Sokoto Former Governor of Sokoto State and Senator representing Sokoto South, Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, has condemned in strong terms the latest round of violent attacks in Plateau State, describing them as “cruel, unjustified, and intolerable.” In a statement posted via his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the former Speaker of the House […] The post Tambuwal condemns Plateau killings, urges swift federal action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Plateau killings: Ethnic cleansing, mass murder have no place in civilised society – FFK

By John Ogunsemore Former Aviation minister, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode has condemned the slaughter of innocent men, women and children in Plateau State, describing it as barbaric and unacceptable. Fani-Kayode stated this in a statement shared on Facebook on Wednesday. On Monday, no fewer than 45 residents of Zike community in Kimakpa, Kwall district of Bassa […] The post Plateau killings: Ethnic cleansing, mass murder have no place in civilised society – FFK appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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47 h. ago Plateau killings: Mutfwang bans night grazing, cattle transportation

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has vowed that the killers and their sponsors responsible for the attacks in Bassa communities and other parts of the state will not go unpunished. In a state broadcast on Wednesday morning, Mutfwang described the attacks as “coordinated acts of terror” aimed at displacing residents and undermining their right to Read More

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51 h. ago Chief Kefas Condemned Plateau Killings, Urges Vigilance, Empowerment

Prominent businessman and community leader Chief Kefas Wungak Ropshik has condemned the recent killings in Plateau State, labelling the situation as “heartbreaking and intolerable.” He expressed grave concern over the escalating insecurity and urged federal and state governments to take immediate and decisive action to restore peace. In a statement to the press yesterday, Chief […]

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52 h. ago Loyalist Condemns Governor Bala’s ‘Disrespectful’ Attack On Atiku

A prominent loyalist of former Nigerian vice president and Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) 2023 presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has sharply criticised Bauchi State Governor Bala Muhammed for comments deemed “reckless” and “disrespectful” towards the elder statesman. Dr Aslam Aliyu, known as Gimbiyar Kauran Namoda from Zamfara State and one of the most respected politicians in […]

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53 h. ago Diaspora group flays Plateau killings, seeks urgent govt action

From Abel Leonard, Lafia The Zumunta Association USA Inc., a pan-Northern Nigerian diaspora group based in Washington D.C., has condemned the spate of killings in Plateau State and other parts of northern Nigeria and called on the Federal Government to take immediate and decisive action to end the bloodshed. In a statement by the National […] The post Diaspora group flays Plateau killings, seeks urgent govt action appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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