5 h. ago Police foil night attack by gunmen in Kadarko, Nasarawa State

From Abel Leonard, Lafia A late-night ambush on police personnel along the Kadarko–Makurdi Road in Keana Local Government Area of Nasarawa State was repelled on Tuesday, July 9, 2025, by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. The incident occurred around 10:55 p.m. near the Nasarawa–Benue border, when suspected armed gunmen emerged from the Benue forest […] The post Police foil night attack by gunmen in Kadarko, Nasarawa State appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Bandits Ambush Police Team, Kill Civilian, Injure 1 In Nasarawa

Gunmen suspected to be bandits have attacked a police team near the Nasarawa-Benue boarder, injuring an operative in the incident. The attackers also killed a civilian who resides close to the scene of the incident following a sporadic shoot out. Our correspondent gathered that the police operatives were ambushed at about 10:55pm Tuesday night around […]

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13 h. ago 2027: I Won’t Support Any Northern Presidential Candidate – Ortom

The immediate past governor of Benue State, Samuel Ortom, has declared that he would not support any northern presidential candidate in 2027. Ortom, however, accused the Muhammadu Buhari administration of fuelling the ethnic cleansing in Benue State by armed herders when he preferred the open grazing routes of the 50s over ranching of cattle despite […]

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13 h. ago Benue attacks: Families wiped out in June massacre as experts warn of ‘ethnic cleansing’

Survivors of deadly attacks in Benue State have shared heartbreaking accounts of how armed gunmen destroyed their communities, killing hundreds read more Benue attacks: Families wiped out in June massacre as experts warn of ‘ethnic cleansing’

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18 h. ago Benue residents allege ethnic cleansing as violence persists

By Chukwuma Umeorah Residents of Benue State have raised fresh alarm over continued deadly attacks in the region, describing the violence as genocidal and calling for urgent government intervention. This concern was expressed  yesterday ,during a town hall meeting,convened by the News Central Television in Makurdi, which brought together traditional rulers, security officials, civil society […] The post Benue residents allege ethnic cleansing as violence persists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago How domestic gas explosions wiped out members of two families in Delta

Tribune Online How domestic gas explosions wiped out members of two families in Delta Alphonsus Agborh writes on cases of domestic gas explosions in Delta State and the urgent need for safety awareness and proper handling of LPG cylinders. The frequency in which domestic gas explosions occur in the country, nay, Delta State, has brought the need for domestic gas safety awareness and proper handling of LPG cylinders to […] How domestic gas explosions wiped out members of two families in Delta Tribune Online

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1 week ago Again, Herdsmen Attack Benue Communities, Kill 4 Police Officers

Palpable fear gripped residents of Udei Community in Guma local government area of Benue State following the killing of four police officers while repelling an attack on the community by armed herdsmen on Sunday. Our correspondent gathered that the terrorists who attempted a simultaneous attacks on Daudu, Tse Ashongu, Tse Asha communities but were resisted […]

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1 week ago Benue community invaded by armed herders, police officers killed

No less than four police officers lost their lives on Sunday afternoon following an invasion by armed herders on Udei community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. According to reports, the attack was launched at about 11 am, and the invaders also tried to storm neighbouring Daudu. They were repelled by a combined […] The post Benue community invaded by armed herders, police officers killed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Tinubu Must Restructure Security To End Bloodshed – Gani Adams

Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has urged President Tinubu to decentralise Nigeria’s security, citing relentless killings in Benue, Plateau, and other states as alarming. Adams made this known in a statement released by his Special Media Assistant, Olawunmi Ojo, on Friday He condemned the recent attacks in Benue State that led to the deaths […] The post Tinubu Must Restructure Security To End Bloodshed – Gani Adams appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Presbyterian Church expresses worry over renewed attacks in Benue 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Umuahia synod of the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria has expressed worry over renewed attacks in Benue State which has led to loss of innocent lives and destruction of properties.   In a communique signed by Rev. (Dr.) Chinedum Itam Okoroafor, Synod Moderator and Rev. Anthony Okoro Ufere, Synod Clerk and issued […] The post Presbyterian Church expresses worry over renewed attacks in Benue  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VeryDarkMan No Longer ‘Dirty Boy’ — Blessing CEO Hails Activist’s Bravery Over Benue Killings

Famous relationship therapist and former critic of activist VeryDarkMan, Blessing CEO, has applauded him for his recent outreach to victims of the tragic attacks in Benue State. Blessing, who once referred to him as a ‘very dirty boy,’ posted a video on Instagram on Thursday praising the activist’s courage and strong stance on justice, particularly […] The post VeryDarkMan No Longer ‘Dirty Boy’ — Blessing CEO Hails Activist’s Bravery Over Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Senate calls for probe into Yelewata massacre, Mangu killings

Seeks compensation for victims, deployment of troops Condemns killing of over 200 civilians in Benue attack Akpabio: Political sponsors will be brought to justice From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has called on security agencies to thoroughly investigate the recent massacre in Yelewata and ensure that all perpetrators are brought to justice. It also urged […] The post Senate calls for probe into Yelewata massacre, Mangu killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago DHQ debunks report alleging military inaction ahead of Benue attacks

Moses Gara, Force Commander OPWS, has strongly denied claims that the Nigerian military received prior intelligence. read more DHQ debunks report alleging military inaction ahead of Benue attacks

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2 w. ago Social Listening: Fallouts from President Tinubu’s condolence visit to Benue

The fallout from President Tinubu’s June 18, 2025, condolence visit to Benue State—following massacres that killed 100–200 Christians in Yelewata—revealed read more Social Listening: Fallouts from President Tinubu’s condolence visit to Benue

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2 w. ago IGP confirms arrest of 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau attacks

Tribune Online IGP confirms arrest of 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau attacks "In this senseless, barbaric attack, 47 people were confirmed killed. 27 persons sustained various degrees of injuries, IGP confirms arrest of 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau attacks Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Police arrest 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau killings, recover 2 GPMG, 8 AK

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday announced the arrest of 53 suspects said to be masterminds of the recent attacks and killings in Benue and Plateau states that claimed several lives, with many others injured and displaced. The IGP said 26 were arrested for the attack in […] The post Police arrest 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau killings, recover 2 GPMG, 8 AK-47 rifles used for the attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue: EU, UNICEF visit Yelwata attack victims, promise support

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The European Union (EU) and its partners have visited Makurdi, the Benue State capital, to sympathise and support victims of the attack on Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, who led the partners to the state, said they […] The post Benue: EU, UNICEF visit Yelwata attack victims, promise support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago IGP Confirms Arrest Of 53 Suspects Connected To Benue, Plateau Killings

The inspector-general of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has said that 26 suspects have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the recent massacre at Yelewata community of Guma local government area in Benue State. He said in the attack, 47 villagers were killed, two attackers were killed by the police and over 100 others were […]

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2 w. ago CDS Musa Didn’t Blame Victims For Benue Attack, DHQ Clarifies

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, did not blame victims for the unfortunate Yelwata attack in Guma local government area in Benue State, where over 200 persons were reportedly killed. A statement by the Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the Chief of […]

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2 w. ago CNG Condemns Benue Killings, Urges Swift Government Action, Accountability

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has strongly condemned the recent spate of violent attacks in Benue State, which have led to the deaths of numerous innocent civilians and the displacement of many more. Describing the killings as “senseless and unacceptable,” the group is calling for urgent intervention from all tiers of government and a […]

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