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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2 w. ago EU, UNICEF To Support Rehabilitation Of Benue’s Yelwata IDPs

The European Union (EU) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) have pledged to support the Benue State Government in rehabilitating, reconstructing, and resettling over 4,000 displaced persons attacked by armed herdsmen two weeks ago at Yelwata Community. This is even as Governor Hyacinth Alia commended the EU, UNICEF and other development partners for their […]

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3 w. ago Yelwata killings: Benue govt takes delivery of six babies in new IDP camp

From Scholastica Hir Makurdi Benue State Government said it has taken delivery of six new babies at the Internally Displaced Persons IDPs camp housing survivors of the massacre in Yelwata. Recall that Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of the state was attacked by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia on Saturday June […] The post Yelwata killings: Benue govt takes delivery of six babies in new IDP camp appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago IDPs protest hunger, starvation, accused govt officials of diverting relief materials

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Yelwata community who were displaced after the the Saturday attacks by suspected herdsmen, have embarked on protest over their living conditions at the camp. Permanent Secretary Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management and Executive Secretary, State Emergency Management Agency(SEMA), Sir James Iorpuu, had on Saturday […] The post IDPs protest hunger, starvation, accused govt officials of diverting relief materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Yelwata killings: IDPs protest starvation, accuse government officials of diverting relief materials

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from Yelwata community, displaced after Saturday’s attacks by suspected herdsmen, have protested over their living conditions at the camp. Recall that the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, and Executive Secretary, State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), Sir James Iorpuu, had on Saturday, 14th June, […] The post Yelwata killings: IDPs protest starvation, accuse government officials of diverting relief materials appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna

Reality TV star Phyna has condemned President Bola Tinubu following his visit to the Yelewata community in Benue State, where hundreds were reportedly killed in a violent herdsmen attack. According to reports, over 200 people were killed in a single night during the invasion. Reacting to the President’s visit on Wednesday, Phyna questioned the narrative […] The post “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kiddwaya Faces Backlash For Soliciting Donations Through His Foundation To Support Benue Attack Victims

Reality star and billionaire heir, Kiddwaya, has come under criticism following his appeal for donations to support victims of the recent attack in Yelewata, Benue State. Suspected Fulani herdsmen were reported to have invaded the community, leading to the tragic death of many residents. The attack sparked outrage across the country, with many Nigerians demanding […] The post Kiddwaya Faces Backlash For Soliciting Donations Through His Foundation To Support Benue Attack Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu Visits Benue Survivors, Condoles With Victims Of Yelewata Attack

President Bola Tinubu on wednesday visited Makurdi, Benue State, on a condolence trip following the deadly herdsmen attack on Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area, which left over 200 persons dead. Tinubu arrived at the Nigeria Air Force Base at about 12:58 pm and was received by Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […] The post Tinubu Visits Benue Survivors, Condoles With Victims Of Yelewata Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Insecurity: Seek external help, no more excuses – Bishop Onuoha tasks FG

As the security situation in the country continues to deteriorate, a Methodist Bishop, Sunday Ndukwo Onuoha, has advised the Nigerian Government to seek external help to end all insecurity bedevilling the country. Nigeria has been grappling to contain herdsmen attacks, banditry, and kidnapping witnessed in Benue, Plateau, Edo, Kaduna, and Borno, among other states. In […] The post Insecurity: Seek external help, no more excuses – Bishop Onuoha tasks FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Benue killings: We’ve failed to protect our people – Benue Assembly

Demand immediate release of detained protesters Urge Gov Alia to implement anti-open grazing law From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Benue State House of Assembly, on Tuesday, declared that they have failed the Benue people by not protecting them from the attacks of killer herdsmen. The lawmaker representing Kwande West State Constituency, Thomas Dugeri, stated on […] The post Benue killings: We’ve failed to protect our people – Benue Assembly appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “Benue Farmers Must Be Equipped To Defend Themselves” — VeryDarkMan Urges Action

Nigerian social media activist VeryDarkMan has challenged President Bola Tinubu’s response to the killing of over 200 people in Benue State. Reports indicate that more than 200 people were allegedly burnt alive in one of the latest herdsmen attacks on Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The attack, which has received […] The post “Benue Farmers Must Be Equipped To Defend Themselves” — VeryDarkMan Urges Action appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has inaugurated two committees aimed at tackling pressing issues of security and land disputes in Edo State.  The committee’s, Livestock Control Committee and the Boundary Committee, show the Governor’s commitment to ensuring peace, stability, and development across the State. He inaugurated the Livestock Control Committee […] The post Herdsmen attacks: Okpebholo inaugurates Security, Boundary Committees appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Suspected Herdsmen Kill Village Head, Abduct Residents In Fresh Nasarawa Attack

Tragedy struck late Sunday night as suspected herdsmen invaded Tse Yange, a Tiv community in Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State, killing the village head and abducting several others. According to eyewitness accounts, the armed attackers stormed the community on motorbikes under the cover of darkness, opening fire and causing widespread panic. A local […] The post Suspected Herdsmen Kill Village Head, Abduct Residents In Fresh Nasarawa Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Benue killings: Tell Nigerians if you’re overwhelmed – Apostle Suleman tells FG

By John Ogunsemore The General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has berated the Federal Government over the recent dastardly killings in Benue. On Friday night, more than 200 persons, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), five security personnel, women and children, were killed in a fresh coordinated attack by suspected herdsmen on Yelewata […] The post Benue killings: Tell Nigerians if you’re overwhelmed – Apostle Suleman tells FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Benue killings: Tell Nigerians if you’re overwhelmed – Apostle Suleman to FG

By John Ogunsemore The General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has berated the Federal Government over the recent dastardly killings in Benue. On Friday night, more than 200 persons, including Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), five security personnel, women and children, were killed in a fresh coordinated attack by suspected herdsmen on Yelewata […] The post Benue killings: Tell Nigerians if you’re overwhelmed – Apostle Suleman to FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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4 w. ago Clerics Seek End To Incessant Herdsmen Attacks In Taraba Community

Some clerics have called for an end to attacks and threats by suspected herdsmen on the people of Munga Dosso community in Karim-Lamido local government area of Taraba State. Speaking with newsmen in Jos the Plateau State capital on the recent attack which claimed the lives of over 12 youths of the community, Pastor Amos […]

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4 w. ago Benue NASS Members Tackle Gov Alia Over Herdsmen Sponsorship Allegation

Members of the Benue State National Assembly Caucus have reacted strongly to an allegation by Governor Hyacinth Alia, who claimed they were behind the herdsmen attacks plaguing the state. In a national TV appearance on Thursday, Alia alleged that some lawmakers were “keeping these people in the bushes and taking care of all their bills […] The post Benue NASS Members Tackle Gov Alia Over Herdsmen Sponsorship Allegation appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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