4 h. ago Benue Killings show Nigeria unprepared for sophisticated foreign

…Slams Tinubu for failing to show real leadership Seriake Dickson, senator representing Bayelsa west has voiced strong criticism of President read more Benue Killings show Nigeria unprepared for sophisticated foreign-backed attacks- Dickson

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8 h. ago Benue killings: Nigeria unprepared for violence – Seriake Dickson

The Senator representing Bayelsa West, Seriake Dickson, says Nigeria is not prepared for the kind of violence being meted out to its citizens. Speaking against the backdrop of the recent Benue massacre, Dickson, who visited Makurdi on Wednesday, stated that the happenings in Benue and other places are a collective assault. The senator noted that […] The post Benue killings: Nigeria unprepared for violence – Seriake Dickson appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Benue massacre: NSCDC deploys special forces to track killers

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Following the killings in Benue State, the Commandant General (CG) of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Dr Ahmed Abubakar Audi, has ordered the Zonal Commander and the State Commandant to deploy covert operatives, special forces, and all tactical units across every nook and cranny of the state to […] The post Benue massacre: NSCDC deploys special forces to track killers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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46 h. ago Killings: Tinubu douses Benue tension as critics call for arrests

… Tinubu directs security heads to hunt killers President Bola Tinubu, on Wednesday, directed Kayode Egbetokun, Nigeria’s police chief, and read more Killings: Tinubu douses Benue tension as critics call for arrests

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3 d. ago PFN to Tinubu: Act decisively on killings in Benue, Plateau, other places

From Oluseye Ojo President Bola Tinubu has been asked to take decisive action as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to end the persistent killings and kidnappings in Benue, Plateau, and Taraba States, as well as other parts of the country. The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) made the call on Tuesday in a […] The post PFN to Tinubu: Act decisively on killings in Benue, Plateau, other places appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. ago Peter Obi knocks Tinubu for not visiting Benue amid killings

By Seyi Babalola Peter Obi, the Labour Party’s presidential candidate in the 2023 election, has slammed President Bola Tinubu for failing to visit Benue State despite the ongoing killings. Obi said in a Monday morning post on X that it demonstrated Tinubu’s disregard for human life. He cited occurrences in India and South Africa as […] The post Peter Obi knocks Tinubu for not visiting Benue amid killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Gov Alia’s Specia Assistant Sacks Chief Of Staff, CPS For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings

Principal Special Assistant to Governor of Benue State on Youth and Media Mobilization, Atu Terver Joseph has sacked his Chief of Staff and Chief Press Secretary, Mr. John Ukeyima and Mr Lubem Terkula, respectively, for protesting killings in the state. In a statement on Sunday night by Terver, addressed to the two aides, accused them […] The post Gov Alia’s Specia Assistant Sacks Chief Of Staff, CPS For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Gov Alia’s Special Assistant Sacks Personal Chief Of Staff, Chief Press Secretary For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings

Principal Special Assistant to Governor of Benue State on Youth and Media Mobilization, Atu Terver Joseph has sacked his Chief of Staff and Chief Press Secretary, Mr. John Ukeyima and Mr Lubem Terkula, respectively, for protesting killings in the state. In a statement on Sunday night by Terver, addressed to the two aides, accused them […] The post Gov Alia’s Special Assistant Sacks Personal Chief Of Staff, Chief Press Secretary For Joining Protest Against Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Pope Leo Condemns Benue Killings, Calls For Immediate Justice

Pope Leo XIV has condemned recent killings in Benue State, describing the incident as a ‘terrible massacre’ in which mostly displaced civilians were murdered with extreme cruelty. Speaking before Sunday Angelus prayer, the Pope described the violence as devastating, adding that most of the victims were sheltered by a local Catholic mission in Yelwata, Guma […] The post Pope Leo Condemns Benue Killings, Calls For Immediate Justice appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. 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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5 d. 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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6 d. 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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7 d. 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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1 week 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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2 w. ago Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks

deploys more troops, logistics, others to end massacre  From Molly Kilete, Abuja  The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Oluyede, has relocated to Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, over the incessant killings of innocent villagers by herders and militia group. The killing which is becoming almost a daily occurrence has left many dead, several others […] The post Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago BREAKING: Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks

deploys more troops, logistics, others to end massacre  From Molly Kilete, Abuja  The Chief Of Army Staff(COAS), Lieutenant General Oluyede, has relocated to Makurdi, the Benue State Capital, over the incessant killings of innocent villagers by herders and militia group. The killing which is becoming almost a daily occurrence has left many dead, several others […] The post BREAKING: Herdsmen crisis: Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue over incessant killings, attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “This is not the Nigeria we deserve,” says Peter Obi on Taraba, Benue, Kogi killings

Peter Obi, Labour Party presidential candidate in 2023, has decried the recent wave of violence ravaging parts of Taraba, Benue, read more “This is not the Nigeria we deserve,” says Peter Obi on Taraba, Benue, Kogi killings

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3 w. ago PDP Demands Urgent Action By Governor Alia After Herders Kill 20 In Benue

The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has strongly criticized Governor Hyacinth Alia over his administration’s perceived failure to curb the ongoing wave of violent attacks by suspected Fulani herdsmen. This comes in the wake of renewed violence in Aondona, Tse Orbiam, Ahume, and several other communities within Gwer-West and Guma Local Government Areas. […] The post PDP Demands Urgent Action By Governor Alia After Herders Kill 20 In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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