42 m. 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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44 m. 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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51 m. 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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67 m. ago Commissioning comfort while blood flows in Benue: A presidential misplaced priority

On Monday, 16 June 2025, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, adorned in the regalia of ceremonial leadership, stood triumphantly in Abuja, read more Commissioning comfort while blood flows in Benue: A presidential misplaced priority

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1 hour 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 h. ago Benue govt mobilises support groups to give ‘rousing welcome’ to Tinubu

Tribune Online Benue govt mobilises support groups to give ‘rousing welcome’ to Tinubu Ngutswen also conveyed the Governor’s gratitude Benue govt mobilises support groups to give ‘rousing welcome’ to Tinubu Tribune Online

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4 h. ago Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration

From Ndubuisi Orji, Abuja The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, has condemned the killings in Yelwata and Daudu communities in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. Kalu, in a statement by his Special Assistant on Press Affairs, Udora Orizu, described the killings as barbaric and totally unacceptable. The deputy speaker, […] The post Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on collaboration appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 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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4 h. ago Benue killings force Arewa Think Tank to postpone event on Tinubu in Makurdi 

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna A notable Northern group, Arewa Think Tank (ATT) has postponed an event scheduled to mark and celebrate President Bola Tinubu’s achievements in two years of office.  The event, according to a statement by the Convener of ATT, Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu, was to hold in Makurdi, the Benue State capital, but was […] The post Benue killings force Arewa Think Tank to postpone event on Tinubu in Makurdi  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago BIPC donates bread, water to Yelwata IDPs, promises donation every three days

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi In a compassionate show of solidarity, the Benue Investment and Property Company Limited (BIPC) has donated 500 loaves of BIPC bread and 1,000 sachets of water to victims displaced by the recent deadly attack on Yelwata community in Guma Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue State. The Group Managing Director of […] The post BIPC donates bread, water to Yelwata IDPs, promises donation every three days appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Benue killings: Deputy speaker urges security agencies to collaborate

Benjamin Kalu has urged security agencies to collaborate in addressing the growing security challenges in the country. read more Benue killings: Deputy speaker urges security agencies to collaborate

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4 h. ago WSICE 2025 kicks off with call for participation in WS@91 essay competition, youth talent showcase

The Wole Soyinka International Cultural Exchange (WSICE) is pleased to announce the commencement of activities for its 2025 edition, marking read more WSICE 2025 kicks off with call for participation in WS@91 essay competition, youth talent showcase

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5 h. ago Super Eagles Captain Ahmed Musa Tasks Political Leaders On Benue Killings

Captain of the Nigerian Super Eagles, Ahmed Musa, has called on Nigerian political leaders to curb the ongoing violence in Benue State. Musa, who condemned the recent killings in the state, also urged leaders to take decisive action to prevent further bloodshed in Benue communities. In a statement shared on his X, the Super Eagles […]

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6 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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6 h. ago Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on synergy to end insecurity

Tribune Online Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on synergy to end insecurity "As efforts continue to address the root causes and prevent future occurrences, we pray for the peaceful repose of the departed and for strength and comfort for the bereaved families. Kalu condemns Benue killings, tasks security agencies on synergy to end insecurity Tribune Online

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7 h. ago Benue: Bandits using guerrilla tactics, they strike, disappear – Alia

Benue Governor Hyacinth Alia has spoken about the modus operandi of the terrorists and bandits behind the mass killings in the state, saying they employ guerrilla tactics. Alia, who appeared on Focus Nigeria, a programme on African Independent Television (AIT), on Tuesday, stated that the situation in Benue has become more challenging. He disclosed that […] The post Benue: Bandits using guerrilla tactics, they strike, disappear – Alia appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 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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10 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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10 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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11 h. ago Kenya’s Deputy Police Chief Resigns Amid Outcry Over Blogger’s Death In Custody

Kenya’s Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, has resigned as public outrage mounts over the death of 31-year-old blogger Albert Ojwang while in police custody. Ojwang, who had accused Lagat of corruption in a series of social media posts, died days after his arrest in what authorities initially claimed was a suicide, a narrative […]

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