6 d. 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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6 d. ago Benue community invaded by armed herders, police officers killed

No less than four police officers lost their lives on Sunday afternoon following an invasion by armed herders on Udei community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. According to reports, the attack was launched at about 11 am, and the invaders also tried to storm neighbouring Daudu. They were repelled by a combined […] The post Benue community invaded by armed herders, police officers killed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Tinubu Must Restructure Security To End Bloodshed – Gani Adams

Aare Onakakanfo of Yorubaland, Gani Adams, has urged President Tinubu to decentralise Nigeria’s security, citing relentless killings in Benue, Plateau, and other states as alarming. Adams made this known in a statement released by his Special Media Assistant, Olawunmi Ojo, on Friday He condemned the recent attacks in Benue State that led to the deaths […] The post Tinubu Must Restructure Security To End Bloodshed – Gani Adams appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Presbyterian Church expresses worry over renewed attacks in Benue 

From Okey Sampson, Umuahia Umuahia synod of the Presbyterian Church of Nigeria has expressed worry over renewed attacks in Benue State which has led to loss of innocent lives and destruction of properties.   In a communique signed by Rev. (Dr.) Chinedum Itam Okoroafor, Synod Moderator and Rev. Anthony Okoro Ufere, Synod Clerk and issued […] The post Presbyterian Church expresses worry over renewed attacks in Benue  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago VeryDarkMan No Longer ‘Dirty Boy’ — Blessing CEO Hails Activist’s Bravery Over Benue Killings

Famous relationship therapist and former critic of activist VeryDarkMan, Blessing CEO, has applauded him for his recent outreach to victims of the tragic attacks in Benue State. Blessing, who once referred to him as a ‘very dirty boy,’ posted a video on Instagram on Thursday praising the activist’s courage and strong stance on justice, particularly […] The post VeryDarkMan No Longer ‘Dirty Boy’ — Blessing CEO Hails Activist’s Bravery Over Benue Killings appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senate calls for probe into Yelewata massacre, Mangu killings

Seeks compensation for victims, deployment of troops Condemns killing of over 200 civilians in Benue attack Akpabio: Political sponsors will be brought to justice From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja The Senate has called on security agencies to thoroughly investigate the recent massacre in Yelewata and ensure that all perpetrators are brought to justice. It also urged […] The post Senate calls for probe into Yelewata massacre, Mangu killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago DHQ debunks report alleging military inaction ahead of Benue attacks

Moses Gara, Force Commander OPWS, has strongly denied claims that the Nigerian military received prior intelligence. read more DHQ debunks report alleging military inaction ahead of Benue attacks

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1 week ago IGP confirms arrest of 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau attacks

Tribune Online IGP confirms arrest of 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau attacks "In this senseless, barbaric attack, 47 people were confirmed killed. 27 persons sustained various degrees of injuries, IGP confirms arrest of 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau attacks Tribune Online

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1 week ago Police arrest 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau killings, recover 2 GPMG, 8 AK

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday announced the arrest of 53 suspects said to be masterminds of the recent attacks and killings in Benue and Plateau states that claimed several lives, with many others injured and displaced. The IGP said 26 were arrested for the attack in […] The post Police arrest 53 suspects over Benue, Plateau killings, recover 2 GPMG, 8 AK-47 rifles used for the attack appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Benue: EU, UNICEF visit Yelwata attack victims, promise support

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The European Union (EU) and its partners have visited Makurdi, the Benue State capital, to sympathise and support victims of the attack on Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of the state. The European Union Ambassador to Nigeria, Gautier Mignot, who led the partners to the state, said they […] The post Benue: EU, UNICEF visit Yelwata attack victims, promise support appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago IGP Confirms Arrest Of 53 Suspects Connected To Benue, Plateau Killings

The inspector-general of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has said that 26 suspects have been arrested for their alleged involvement in the recent massacre at Yelewata community of Guma local government area in Benue State. He said in the attack, 47 villagers were killed, two attackers were killed by the police and over 100 others were […]

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1 week ago CDS Musa Didn’t Blame Victims For Benue Attack, DHQ Clarifies

The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) has clarified that the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher Musa, did not blame victims for the unfortunate Yelwata attack in Guma local government area in Benue State, where over 200 persons were reportedly killed. A statement by the Director, Defence Information, Brigadier General Tukur Gusau, said the Chief of […]

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1 week ago CNG Condemns Benue Killings, Urges Swift Government Action, Accountability

The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has strongly condemned the recent spate of violent attacks in Benue State, which have led to the deaths of numerous innocent civilians and the displacement of many more. Describing the killings as “senseless and unacceptable,” the group is calling for urgent intervention from all tiers of government and a […]

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1 week ago Benue killings: CNG condemns violence, demands urgent government action and accountability

From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja The Coalition of Northern Groups (CNG) has expressed profound sorrow over the recent wave of killings in Benue State, describing the attacks as senseless and unacceptable. The group lamented the loss of innocent lives and the displacement of numerous residents, urging immediate and decisive action from all levels of government. In […] The post Benue killings: CNG condemns violence, demands urgent government action and accountability appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigeria Army will expose those behind Benue, Plateau attacks, COAS assures

From Bamigbola Gbolagunte, Akure The Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt Gen Femi Oluyede has assured that the Nigerian Army will bring to justice all those behind the recent killings and attacks in Benue and Plateau states. Oluyede gave the assurance while declaring open a media chat organized by the Nigerian Army in Akure, the […] The post Nigeria Army will expose those behind Benue, Plateau attacks, COAS assures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Nigerian Army Was Deceived, Supplied Wrong Information By Benue Residents Before Horrible Attacks — CDS

Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher Musa has said that the troops of the Nigerian Army received false information before the recent killings in Benue State. Speaking at a press briefing in Abuja on Thursday, Musa noted that on the day of the attack, troops in Yelewata community were told that another community was under siege. […] The post Nigerian Army Was Deceived, Supplied Wrong Information By Benue Residents Before Horrible Attacks — CDS appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Benue killings: VeryDarkMan blasts Kiddwaya for donation appeal

By Seyi Babalola VeryDarkMan, a social analyst and activist, has criticised billionaire heir and reality show star, Kiddwaya for soliciting public donations to help victims of a recent attack in Yelwata, Benue state. Daily Sun reports that Kiddwaya’s post on X requesting Nigerians to send donations to the afflicted community sparked tremendous outrage, prompting him […] The post Benue killings: VeryDarkMan blasts Kiddwaya for donation appeal appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago VeryDarkMan Drags Kiddwaya For Seeking Public Donations For Benue Victims

Popular social media activist VeryDarkMan has criticised Kiddwaya after the reality star asked the public to contribute funds for victims of the recent attack in Yelewata, Benue State. Kiddwaya, who shared a post calling for donations, received swift backlash from social media users and later took down the appeal. Weighing in on Thursday on his […] The post VeryDarkMan Drags Kiddwaya For Seeking Public Donations For Benue Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago UNYF Urges Justice, Security Reforms In Wake Of Benue Attacks

The Unified Nigeria Youth Forum (UNYF) has called for urgent and decisive government action in response to the recent attacks in Yelewata village, Guma local government area of Benue State, where hundreds of lives were reportedly lost. The group, through its president, Comrade Toriah Olajide Filani, also called for a complete overhaul of the nation’s […]

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