17 h. ago CISLAC demands Tinubu’s immediate response to killings in Benue, Plateau, others

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has sharply criticised President Bola Tinubu’s administration for its perceived lack of empathy and decisive leadership amid Nigeria’s escalating security crisis. CISLAC condemned the president’s silence and absence at a time when Nigerians urgently need direction and healing, stressing that leadership demands presence and […] The post CISLAC demands Tinubu’s immediate response to killings in Benue, Plateau, others appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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28 h. ago 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa

From John Adams Minna A former Commissioner for Information, Culture and Tourism in Niger State and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Jonathan Vatsa, has alleged that the ongoing violence in Plateau and Benue states is politically motivated and intended to undermine President Bola  Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 general elections. Speaking with […] The post 2027 reason for killings in Plateau, Benue –APC Chieftain, Vatsa appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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35 h. ago UTA Nigeria condemns killings in Plateau, Benue, urges FG to restore security

The United Towns Agency (UTA) for North South Cooperation, Nigeria chapter, a United Nations accredited non-governmental organisation with UN ECOSOC consultative status, has asked the federal government to take proactive measures to stop the wanton killing of innocent citizens in the country. Addressing a press conference in Abuja, the UTA Country President, Amb Abigail Amalaha, […] The post UTA Nigeria condemns killings in Plateau, Benue, urges FG to restore security appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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39 h. ago “Something Drastic Has to Come to Play” – Alia Cries Out After Benue Killings

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has appealed for immediate intervention from the Federal Government following a deadly series of attacks on rural communities in Ukum and Logo Local Government Areas. The tragic events, which took place on Friday, saw over 50 individuals killed and many others injured in what has been described as one of […] The post “Something Drastic Has to Come to Play” – Alia Cries Out After Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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39 h. ago “Defend Yourselves Against Bandits, Don’t Wait For Govt” – Danjuma Tells Nigerians Amid Plateau, Benue Killings

Former Minister of Defense, retired General Theophilus Danjuma, has called on Nigerians to take responsibility for their own safety amid insecurity challenge facing the country. Mr. Danjuma warned that the escalating unrest across Nigeria, particularly in Plateau and Benue State cannot be resolved by government efforts alone. Speaking during an Easter appreciation event in Takum […] The post “Defend Yourselves Against Bandits, Don’t Wait For Govt” – Danjuma Tells Nigerians Amid Plateau, Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Niger APC chieftain Vatsa claims 2027 motives behind Plateau, Benue killings

From John Adams, Minna Jonathan Vatsa, a former Niger State Commissioner and All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, alleged on Sunday, April 20, that the ongoing killings in Plateau and Benue are politically motivated to undermine President Bola Tinubu’s administration ahead of the 2027 elections. Speaking to reporters at his Minna residence, Vatsa, Special Adviser on […] The post Niger APC chieftain Vatsa claims 2027 motives behind Plateau, Benue killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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43 h. ago ‘Nigeria is bleeding, president is missing’ – Atiku slams Tinubu’s absence

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, has condemned President Bola Tinubu’s handling of Nigeria’s security crisis, following fresh killings in Benue read more ‘Nigeria is bleeding, president is missing’ – Atiku slams Tinubu’s absence

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54 h. ago Benue killings: Alia sends SOS to FG as death toll rises to 56

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi The death toll in the latest killings in Ukum and Logo local government areas of Benue State has risen to 56, the state Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has confirmed. The governor yesterday visited the affected LGAs for an on-the-spot assessment of the recent attacks on the people and commiserated with […] The post Benue killings: Alia sends SOS to FG as death toll rises to 56 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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5 d. ago Benue killings: Alia confirms arrest of 3 herdsmen as death toll rises to 11

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has announced the arrest of three suspected herdsmen in connection with the killing of innocent residents of Otobi Community, in Otupko Local Government Area of the state. This is just as the death toll from last night’s attack on Otobi has risen to 11, […] The post Benue killings: Alia confirms arrest of 3 herdsmen as death toll rises to 11 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. 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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5 d. ago Benue Killings: Gov Alia confirms arrest of three herdsmen as death toll rises to 11

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has announced the arrest of three suspected herdsmen in connection with the killing of innocent residents of Otobi community in Otupko local government area of the state. This is just as the death toll from last night attack on Otobi community has risen to […] The post Benue Killings: Gov Alia confirms arrest of three herdsmen as death toll rises to 11 appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Many feared killed as herders renew attacks on Benue community

Panic gripped residents of Otobi community in the Akpa district of Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State on Tuesday evening as suspected armed herders launched a fresh attack, leaving several people feared dead and hundreds displaced. A resident of the area, Edwin Emma, confirmed the assault in a distressed phone call to journalists. “We Read More

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6 d. ago Many feared killed in fresh herdsmen attack in Benue, 3 bodies recovered

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Again, villagers in Otobi community in Akpa District of Otukpo Local Government, Benue state,are currently on the run as herdsmen have reportedly besieged their community, attacking, killing innocent citizens and burning houses. Our correspondent gathered that three corpses have already been recovered from the scene as at the time of filing […] The post Many feared killed in fresh herdsmen attack in Benue, 3 bodies recovered appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Benue: Many villagers killed in fresh herdsmen attack, 3 corpses recovered

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Villagers in Otobi community, Akpa District, Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, are fleeing as suspected herdsmen have attacked, reportedly killing residents and burning houses. As of this report, three corpses have been recovered. Locals said the gunmen invaded around 5:30 pm on Tuesday, killing an unconfirmed number of people, […] The post Benue: Many villagers killed in fresh herdsmen attack, 3 corpses recovered appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso

Former presidential candidate of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, Rabiu Kwankwaso, has charged President Bola Tinubu’s administration to rise up to its responsibility, amid security challenge facing some parts of the country. Kwankwaso called out federal government to protect every Nigerians and their properties across the nation. The former governor of Kano State in a […] The post Plateau Killings: Tinubu’s Govt Must Rise Up To Its Responsibility – Kwankwaso appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue killings: NCDPA Makurdi Diocese raises alarm over safety of Bishop Wilfred Anagbe

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Nigerian Catholic Diocesan Priests Association (NCDPA), Makurdi Diocese has expressed grave concern over the growing rumours on the safety of the Catholic Bishop of Makurdi Diocese, Most Rev. Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe, and his priest, Revd Fr Remigius Ihyula, following the Bishop’s courageous and truthful statements on the persistent killings, violence, […] The post Benue killings: NCDPA Makurdi Diocese raises alarm over safety of Bishop Wilfred Anagbe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Dickson decries Benue, Plateau killings, seeks ban on open grazing

The former governor of Bayelsa, Seriake Dickson, has condoled with Benue and Plateau governors over the recent killings in their states. The former governor of Bayelsa described the incidents as “dastardly and callous” attacks on innocent lives. Dickson, who stated this in a statement on Thursday, said that several states, including Benue, Plateau, and Zamfara, Read More

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1 week ago Benue: Villagers flee as armed herdsmen kill two in Gwer West

By Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Residents of Atukpu community in Gwer West Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State have abandoned their homes after suspected herdsmen killed two people near Naka, the council headquarters, on Tuesday. Locals told our correspondent by phone that one victim was murdered in Atukpu village, just one kilometre from Naka along […] The post Benue: Villagers flee as armed herdsmen kill two in Gwer West appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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