9 h. ago “Foreign Militants, Not Herders, Responsible For Benue Massacres” – Gov Alia

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has revealed that foreign terrorists, not just herders, are responsible for the wave of brutal killings sweeping through the state. Speaking with news men on Monday, the governor warned that the violence has escalated beyond farmer-herder conflicts. “These attackers are not just herders. They are heavily armed, they move without […] The post “Foreign Militants, Not Herders, Responsible For Benue Massacres” – Gov Alia appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 h. ago Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies

Tribune Online Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies The Grassroots Center for Rights and Civic Orientation has condemned the latest wave of violence in Benue State, where suspected terrorists reportedly killed over 200 residents during a weekend attack on the Yelewata community. Benue killings: Go beyond routine measures, Center tells security agencies Tribune Online

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18 h. ago Benue: Those responsible for killings are enemies of us all – Bashir Ahmed

By Seyi Babalola Bashir Ahmad, a former advisor to President Muhammadu Buhari, criticised the recent mass killings in Benue State, referring to the perpetrators as “terrorists” and “enemies of us all.” Ahmad stated on Sunday via his official X account in response to claims of over 200 persons slain in separate attacks on the Yelewata […] The post Benue: Those responsible for killings are enemies of us all – Bashir Ahmed appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Northern CAN seeks global aid, war on Benue, Borno terrorists

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has called on the federal government to seek international assistance and declare total war on terrorists, particularly over the Benue, Borno killings and abductions across Nigeria. A statement by Secretary General, Northern CAN, Elder […] The post Northern CAN seeks global aid, war on Benue, Borno terrorists appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s necks like animals in fresh Benue attacks

…Over 200 residents, IDPs, soldiers killed From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed yesterday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high-ranking officer in the army also revealed that two soldiers were also killed in […] The post Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s necks like animals in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s throats in fresh Benue attacks

…Over 200 residents, IDPs, soldiers killed From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed yesterday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high-ranking officer in the army also revealed that two soldiers were also killed in […] The post Lakurawa terrorists slit children’s throats in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Troops eliminate Auta, Ado Alieru’s son, other terrorists in Zamfara

By John Ogunsemore The Defence Headquarters said troops of the Mobile Strike Team (MST) under Operation Fasan Yamma (OPFY) have neutralised a group of terrorists during a decisive offensive operation around Ƙunchin Kalgo town in Tsafe Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Among those killed in the June 10 operation was a notorious terrorist known […] The post Troops eliminate Auta, Ado Alieru’s son, other terrorists in Zamfara appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Another 27 killed in Plateau communities, terrorists take over 30 hectares of farmland

Tribune Online Another 27 killed in Plateau communities, terrorists take over 30 hectares of farmland ABOUT 27 people have been killed in fresh onslaughts in four distinct communities in Mangu Local Area of Plateau State by rampaging gunmen. This came as Honourable Mathew Kwarpo, representing Mangu South in the Plateau State House of Assembly, disclosed that terrorists had taken control of at least 30 hectares of farmland in the troubled […] Another 27 killed in Plateau communities, terrorists take over 30 hectares of farmland Tribune Online

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6 d. ago Suspected IED kills six in Sokoto village amid rising terrorist threat

Tribune Online Suspected IED kills six in Sokoto village amid rising terrorist threat Local sources alleged that the deadly device may have been planted by the notorious Lakurawa terrorist group, which has long been terrorising residents in Tangaza and neighbouring Gudu Local Government Area. Suspected IED kills six in Sokoto village amid rising terrorist threat Tribune Online

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6 d. ago NAF airstrikes destroy terrorists’ enclaves in Lake Chad, kill scores

Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says the Air Component of Operation Hadin Kai (OPHK), has destroyed major terrorist enclave used as a training ground, in Bukar Meram, on the southern flank of the Lake Chad region, Borno. This is contained in a statement by the Director, Public Relations and Information, NAF, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, on […] The post NAF airstrikes destroy terrorists’ enclaves in Lake Chad, kill scores appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago NAF airstrikes hit terrorists training ground in Lake Chad Region, kill several fighters 

Tribune Online NAF airstrikes hit terrorists training ground in Lake Chad Region, kill several fighters  The statement reaffirmed that the Nigerian Air Force remained resolute in its mandate to protect the sovereignty of the nation and ensure lasting peace and security across the Northeast and beyond. NAF airstrikes hit terrorists training ground in Lake Chad Region, kill several fighters  Tribune Online

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7 d. ago PICTORIAL: NAF Destroys Terrorists’ Training Ground In Lake Chad

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has struck terrorists’ training ground in the Lake Chad, killing scores and destroyed their storage hub. NAF Spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame said the airstrike targeted a major terrorists’ enclave, which was was also used as a training ground in Bukar Meram on the southern flank of the Lake Chad […]

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7 d. ago Insecurity: Troops kill terrorists kingpin, Malam Jidda, several others in Yobe

Tribune Online Insecurity: Troops kill terrorists kingpin, Malam Jidda, several others in Yobe "troops recently neutralised several terrorists, has led to the discovery of other neutralised bodies of terrorists, and recovery of assorted arms and equipment. Insecurity: Troops kill terrorists kingpin, Malam Jidda, several others in Yobe Tribune Online

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8 d. ago NAF bombs Boko Haram warehouse, foils planned Eid attacks in Borno

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) says it destroyed a Boko Haram warehouse and killed several terrorists in a precision airstrike read more NAF bombs Boko Haram warehouse, foils planned Eid attacks in Borno

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9 d. ago NAF jet bombards terrorists warehouse in Borno, foil Eid attack, kill scores

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force(NAF), said its air component under Operation HADIN KAI, has destroyed a Boko Haram terrorists warehouse used for storage and coordination in Borno state. The bombardment which took place in the Southern Tumbuns, Borno State, killed scores of the terrorists and disrupted a planned attacks in the state […] The post NAF jet bombards terrorists warehouse in Borno, foil Eid attack, kill scores appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Troops repel terrorist attacks, kill dozens, recover arms in Borno

Troops of Operation HADIN KAI (OPHK) have successfully repelled coordinated attacks by insurgents on Buratai in Biu Local Government Area read more Troops repel terrorist attacks, kill dozens, recover arms in Borno

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1 week ago Troops foil terrorists’ attacks in Borno, kill scores of insurgents

Troops of the Joint Task Force North-East Operation Hadin Kai have   repelled a coordinated terrorists’ attacks on military positions in Buratai and Mallam Fatori areas of Borno. Buratai and Mallam Fatori are located in Biu and Abadam local government areas. Capt. Reuben Kovangiya, acting deputy director, Army Public Relations, Headquarters Theatre Command, said the […] The post Troops foil terrorists’ attacks in Borno, kill scores of insurgents appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago NAF jet destroys terrorists’ gun trucks, kills fighters in Borno

From Molly Kilete, Abuja The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) said its Air Component, operating under Operation Hadin Kai, has delivered a precision airstrike that dealt a heavy blow to terrorist elements in Buratai, Borno State. The NAF Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, who made this known, said that, acting on […] The post NAF jet destroys terrorists’ gun trucks, kills fighters in Borno appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago PICTORIAL: Scores Of Terrorists Killed In Failed Attacks On Borno Military Locations

Troops of Operation Hadin Kai have neutralised scores of terrorists and recovered assorted arms in failed attacks on troops’ locations in Buratai and Mallam Fatori towns in Biu and Abadam local government areas of Borno State. A statement by the Acting Deputy Director Army Public Relations Headquarters Theatre Command Operation Hadin Kai, Captain Reuben Kovangiva […]

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1 week ago Insecurity: DHQ confirms 20 terrorists killed in NAF airstrikes in Zamfara

Tribune Online Insecurity: DHQ confirms 20 terrorists killed in NAF airstrikes in Zamfara The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Tuesday confirmed the elimination of 20 terrorists in an airstrike conducted by troops of the Nigerian Air Force on criminal elements within the Maraya/Wabi vicinity in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Insecurity: DHQ confirms 20 terrorists killed in NAF airstrikes in Zamfara Tribune Online

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