25 m. ago Armed Herders Attacking Benue Didn’t Come With Cattle – Gov Alia

Governor of Benue State, Hyacinth Alia, has said that the recent killings in the state were perpetrated by armed herders who came to the state without cattle. On June 14, over 100 people were killed by suspected herdsmen in Yelewata and Daudu communities in the Guma local government area of the state. By Sunday, the […]

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4 h. ago Killings: Tinubu to visit Benue Wednesday amid rising tensions

…Dispatches SGF, IGP to Benue ahead visit President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday visit Benue, a state recently attacked by read more Killings: Tinubu to visit Benue Wednesday amid rising tensions

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8 h. ago Benue killings: How I lost 20 family members in a day — Survivor narrates ordeal

Tribune Online Benue killings: How I lost 20 family members in a day — Survivor narrates ordeal “On that very day, rain started in the evening. I slept there. I was sleeping. Around 10:20, we heard gunshots. Before we could... Benue killings: How I lost 20 family members in a day — Survivor narrates ordeal Tribune Online

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9 h. ago Benue Killings: I’ll Adjust My Schedule To Pay Condolence Visit On Wednesday — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has said he will adjust his schedule to visit Benue State following recent killings across the state. President Tinubu expressed deep sympathy for the victims and their families, urging the people of the state to remain united in the face of adversity. This was contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special […] The post Benue Killings: I’ll Adjust My Schedule To Pay Condolence Visit On Wednesday — Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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10 h. ago Benue killings direct challenge to authority of Nigeria state – NANS

By John Ogunsemore The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) said the continuous targeting of defenceless citizens is a gross violation of the nation’s collective humanity and a direct challenge to the authority of the Nigerian state. President of the body, Comrade Olushola Oladoja stated this in a Monday statement signed by his Chief Press […] The post Benue killings direct challenge to authority of Nigeria state – NANS appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago Benue killings: Nigeria needs leader with competence, capacity — Obi

Tribune Online Benue killings: Nigeria needs leader with competence, capacity — Obi Amid the ongoing killings by herdsmen in Benue State, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP), Mr Peter Obi, has said that Nigeria urgently needs a leadership that encompasses ‘Four Cs': competence, capacity, character and compassion to be able to make progress as a nation. Benue killings: Nigeria needs leader with competence, capacity — Obi Tribune Online

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11 h. ago Tinubu commissions greater Abuja water supply network, urges unity and peace across Nigeria 

Observes a minute for victims of Benue killings  From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu on Monday officially commissioned the Greater Abuja Water Supply Network, Loops 1, 2, 5 & 6, a major infrastructure project aimed at enhancing water accessibility in the Federal Capital City (FCC).  At the event where a minute silence was observed […] The post Tinubu commissions greater Abuja water supply network, urges unity and peace across Nigeria  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago RACE Africa Condemns Benue Massacre, Calls On Tinubu To Take Urgent Action

The Centre for Redefining Alternative Civic Engagement for Africa (RACE Africa) has expressed displeasure regarding the continuous killings in Benue State, condemning in particular the recent attack in Yelewata village, Guma Local Government Area of the State, which reportedly claimed the lives of over 200 innocent citizens. Executive Director of RACE Africa, Evelyn Ugbe, labelled […]

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11 h. ago RACE Centre Condemns Benue Massacre, Calls On Tinubu To Take Urgent Action

Centre for Redefining Alternative Civic Engagement for Africa (RACE Centre) has expressed displeasure regarding the continuous killings in Benue State, condemning in particular the recent attack in Yelewata village, Guma Local Government Area of the State, which reportedly claimed the lives of over 200 innocent citizens. Executive Director of RACE Centre, Evelyn Ugbe, labelled the […]

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12 h. ago ‘I Am Terribly Sad, Angry’, Singer 2Baba Decries Benue Killings, Says It’s National Emergency

Nigerian music icon and Benue State government adviser, Innocent Ujah Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has decried the continued killings in Benue State, describing the crisis as a “national emergency” that requires immediate, united action. In an emotional video message shared on his social media platforms on Monday, the Afrobeats legend expressed his sorrow, frustration, […]

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13 h. ago IG Condemns Benue Killings, Says Attacks Threat To National Sovereignty

The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun has condemned the attack on Yelwata community of Benue State where over 200 people were killed as mindless, describing the act as terror not just on Benue, but a threat to tbe sovereignty and integrity of the entire nation. IGP Egbetokun who made this known during his […]

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13 h. ago CDS Joins IGP To Assess Damage Of Benue Attack Scene, Engage Community Leaders, Over 48 Hours After Herdsmen Killings

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, alongside Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, on Monday visited Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State to assess the aftermath of the gruesome attack that claimed the lives of over 200 villagers. This visit follows national outrage and mounting calls for federal intervention […] The post CDS Joins IGP To Assess Damage Of Benue Attack Scene, Engage Community Leaders, Over 48 Hours After Herdsmen Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies

Tribune Online Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies The Grassroots Center for Rights and Civic Orientation has condemned the latest wave of violence in Benue State, where suspected terrorists reportedly killed over 200 residents during a weekend attack on the Yelewata community. Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Benue killings: Teargas response to protesters cruel — Atiku

Tribune Online Benue killings: Teargas response to protesters cruel — Atiku Their demand is simple: to live in peace, to sleep without fear, to farm without being slaughtered, and to raise their children without the constant shadow of violence. Benue killings: Teargas response to protesters cruel — Atiku Tribune Online

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14 h. ago Benue massacre an attack on Nigeria’s sovereignty – Egbetokun

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has vowed to ensure that the perpetrators of the recent Benue massacre face justice, describing the killings as an attack on the sovereignty and integrity of Nigeria. Egbetokun made this pledge during a visit to Governor Hyacinth Alia at Government House, Makurdi, on […] The post Benue massacre an attack on Nigeria’s sovereignty – Egbetokun appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Akume decries Benue bloodshed as ‘deep wound to Nation’s soul’

By Seyi Babalola Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has condemned the unrelenting violence and bloodshed in Benue State, describing the situation as “a deep wound to the soul of our nation.” In a statement on Monday, Akume decried the most recent spate of killings, which have once again left […] The post Akume decries Benue bloodshed as ‘deep wound to Nation’s soul’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago Tinubu heads to Benue over security crisis, postpones Kaduna visit

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has announced a change in his official schedule, postponing his planned visit to Kaduna State to instead travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the shift comes as part of intensified efforts by […] The post Tinubu heads to Benue over security crisis, postpones Kaduna visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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15 h. ago Benue Killings Not Farmer, Herder Clash But Politically Motivated — Group

A group, the North Central Peace Advocates (NCPA) has raised the alarm over what it described as the politically motivated killings in Benue State. It warned that continued mischaracterisation of the crisis could further endanger national security and hinder effective response. NCPA, in a statement in Abuja on Monday by its Coordinator, Frank Utor, condemned […]

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15 h. ago Benue: I’ll clear my schedule to pay condolence visit on Wednesday — Tinubu

Tribune Online Benue: I’ll clear my schedule to pay condolence visit on Wednesday — Tinubu “We must learn to manage our diversity, anger, and frustration, and continue to live together as one united people.” Benue: I’ll clear my schedule to pay condolence visit on Wednesday — Tinubu Tribune Online

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15 h. ago Killings: Benue People May Defend Themselves, David Mark Warns

Former Senate President, David Mark, has expressed concerns over the continuous brutal killings in Benue State, warning that residents may resort to defending themselves if the government does not adequately protect lives and property. Mark disclosed this in a statement issued by his media aide, Paul Mumeh, on Sunday in Abuja, describing the wave of […]

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