5 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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11 h. ago Yelwata Massacre: Benue Professionals Demand End To Killings, Urge Tinubu To Act

Following the recent wave of deadly attacks, including the horrific massacre in Yelwata community, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, a coalition of 37 concerned citizens, operating under the umbrella of Benue Development Professionals (BDP), has urgently appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene. The coalition appealed to all well-meaning Nigerians, the African Union […]

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12 h. ago Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims

Kiddwaya, a renowned Big Brother Naija reality TV star and billionaire heir, is under criticism for requesting monetary donations from Nigerians. According to reports, Kiddwaya began a fundraising campaign on Wednesday through his NGO to help the victims of the Benue massacre. Kiddwaya, in an appeal shared on X, called on the public to donate […] The post Benue killings: BBNaija star Kiddwaya under fire for seeking public donations for victims appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Benue Killings: Sobomabo Condemns Attacks, Urges Tinubu To Take Decisive Action

National Leader of Simplicity Movement, High Chief Sobomabo Jackrich has condemned the recent massacre in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, describing it as a heartbreaking tragedy. He attributed the incident to security lapse, failure of foresight and coordination. Sobomabo who commiserated with families of the deceased, lamented that as a nation, we […]

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14 h. ago Benue massacre: Adebayo expresses disappointment over Tinubu’s visit

By Sunday Ani, Abuja Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its 2023 presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has expressed disappointment with the way President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Benue State over the recent killing by suspected Fulani militants was trivialised and reduced to politics. Insisting that Nigerians must be serious about tackling important […] The post Benue massacre: Adebayo expresses disappointment over Tinubu’s visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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24 h. ago NEF Condemns Benue Massacre, Accuses Gov’t Of Betrayal, Inaction

The Northern Elders Forum (NEF) has issued a scathing condemnation of the ongoing wave of violence in Benue State, describing the mass killings as “genocide” and accusing the federal government of deliberate inaction, betrayal, and systemic failure. In a strongly worded press statement signed by Professor Abubakar Jika Jiddere, the NEF’s spokesperson, the Forum said […]

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28 h. ago Benue Massacres: NEF faults FG inaction, demands immediate security intervention

End bloodshed or be seen as enemy of Nigerians, NEF tells Tinubu From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Northern Elders Forum (NEF), on Wednesday, June 18, condemned the persistent wave of killings and violence engulfing Benue State, describing the situation as a “genocide” and a direct consequence of government inaction, political complicity, and systemic collapse. The […] The post Benue Massacres: NEF faults FG inaction, demands immediate security intervention appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Insecurity: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS urges Tinubu

Tribune Online Insecurity: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS urges Tinubu "NANS condemns the latest attacks in Yewalta in Benue State where no fewer than 200 people, including children were massacred by Insecurity: Declare state of emergency in Benue, NANS urges Tinubu Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Benue: Yelwata massacre a gross violation of rights to life – Lawyers Alert 

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi A civil society organization, Lawyers Alert (LA) has expressed deep sorrow and outrage over the horrific killings of over 200 defenceless persons on Saturday, June 14, 2025, in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue state. President of Lawyers Alert, Rommy Mom, in a statement made available to the Sun condemned […] The post Benue: Yelwata massacre a gross violation of rights to life – Lawyers Alert  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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31 h. ago Comedian Efe Warriboy Condemns Gov. Alia’s Public Holiday Declaration To Honour Tinubu For Visiting Benue Over Massacre

Renowned comedian Efe Warriboy has slammed Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, for declaring Wednesday, June 18, a public holiday to welcome President Bola Tinubu, even as the state mourns the recent Yelewata massacre. The announcement was made on Tuesday in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Serumun Deborah Ambe, who urged residents […] The post Comedian Efe Warriboy Condemns Gov. Alia’s Public Holiday Declaration To Honour Tinubu For Visiting Benue Over Massacre appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Benue Killings: No Credible Evidence To Substantiate Internal Sabotage Claims — DHQ

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has said that there was no evidence to substantiate claims of internal sabotage within the military over the recent massacre in Yelwata, Guma local government area of Benue State. The Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, stated this while reacting to reports suggesting that internal sabotage within the Nigerian military […]

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48 h. ago Yelewata Massacre: Benue People In Diaspora Write Tinubu, Accuse Gov’t Of Inaction

Outraged by the recent killing of over 200 people in Yelewata, Guma local government area of Benue State, leaders of Benue Communities in the diaspora have accused the Federal Government of inaction in what they described as a “silent genocide” against indigenous populations in the State. In an open letter to President Bola Tinubu, signed […]

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50 h. ago Yelewata massacre: Benue indigenes in diaspora write Tinubu, demand end to killings

Leaders of Benue communities in the diaspora have condemned the recent wave of killings in the state, describing the violence as a silent genocide against indigenous populations. The reaction follows the June 14 massacre in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area, where over 200 people were reportedly killed by suspected armed herders. In an open letter […] The post Yelewata massacre: Benue indigenes in diaspora write Tinubu, demand end to killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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50 h. ago Benue massacre, direct manifestation of state failure — Okei

Tribune Online Benue massacre, direct manifestation of state failure — Okei-Odumakin "We are convinced that the government's inability to deal with this looming anarchy signals a direct manifestation of state failure... Benue massacre, direct manifestation of state failure — Okei-Odumakin Tribune Online

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54 h. ago Benue massacre: We are tired of condolence visits, killings must stop – Senate

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has expressed frustration over the continued loss of lives in Benue State, declaring that it is time for action as Nigerians are tired of condolence visits after recurrent attacks in the state and across other parts of the country. This is just as the upper chamber disclosed that a […] The post Benue massacre: We are tired of condolence visits, killings must stop – Senate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago Benue Massacre: MUTUK demands end to genocidal slaughter of Tiv people

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Executive Committee and members of Mzough U Tiv UK (MUTUK) has expressed deep sorrow, outrage, and unreserved condemnation of the continued mass killings of Tiv people across Benue State demanding an immediate end to the killings. The peaceful community of Yelwata in Guma Local Government Area was once again subjected […] The post Benue Massacre: MUTUK demands end to genocidal slaughter of Tiv people appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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57 h. ago ‘I Lost 20 Family Members In 1 Night’, Survivor Recounts Horror Of Benue Massacre

In the latest wave of violence to hit Benue State, a resident of Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of the State, Michael Ajah, has shared the devastating account of how he lost 20 members of his extended family during a late-night attack allegedly carried out by armed herdsmen. The assault, which occurred two […]

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60 h. ago Bishop Strickland joins Pope in condemning Benue massacre of 200 Christians

… Says Nigerian government, world powers insensitive to the killings Some 200 people, most of them Christians, were brutally massacred read more Bishop Strickland joins Pope in condemning Benue massacre of 200 Christians

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60 h. ago Obi to Tinubu: Visit Niger flood victims, not just Benue; all lives matter

Peter Obi, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate, has welcomed President Bola Tinubu’s decision to visit Benue State following the massacre read more Obi to Tinubu: Visit Niger flood victims, not just Benue; all lives matter

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3 d. 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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