23 h. ago Plateau: 600 killed, 30 villages sacked, 65, 000 displaced in Mangu in two years – Mwaghavul Nation

From Jude Owuamanam Jos People of Mwaghavul nation in Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State, have said that more than 600 people were killed with 65, 000 others displaced by the war of attrition waged against them by marauding Fulani herdsmen since 2023. They also said that more than 30 villages have been taken […] The post Plateau: 600 killed, 30 villages sacked, 65, 000 displaced in Mangu in two years – Mwaghavul Nation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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36 h. ago Plateau crises: 600 killed, 30 villages sacked, 65,000 displaced in Mangu in two years by herdsmen – Mwaghavul youths

From Jude Owuamanam Jos People of Mwaghavul nation in Mangu local government area of Plateau State have said that more than 600 people and 65,000 others have been displaced by the war of attrition waged against them by marauding Fulani herdsmen since 2023. They also said that more than 30 villages have been taken over […] The post Plateau crises: 600 killed, 30 villages sacked, 65,000 displaced in Mangu in two years by herdsmen – Mwaghavul youths appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago Edo community raises concern over herdsmen activities, wants DPO transferred

From Ighomuaye Lucky, Benin The inhabitants of Agbede community in Etsako West Local Government Area of Edo State have raised the concern over the spate of kidnapping and killing in the community and its surrounding villages by suspected herdsmen. The community in their protest match to draw the attention of the Inspector General of Police, […] The post Edo community raises concern over herdsmen activities, wants DPO transferred appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago FCT Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Fatal Attack On Boys Brigade Camp

Three suspects have been arrested by the Federal Capital Territory Police Command in connection with the attack on the Boys Brigade camping site in Zhayidna Village, Orozo. One of the campers, named Johnson John, was reportedly killed in the attack. The suspects arrested are Stanley Ukweze, Dauda Yohana, and Gemu Adamu, all of whom reside […] The post FCT Police Arrest Three Suspects Over Fatal Attack On Boys Brigade Camp appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Many Killed, One Abducted As Bandits Attack Kano Village Market

A yet to be ascertained numbers of persons were killed, following an attacked by group of armed bandits at Faruruwa town in Shanono Local Government Area of Kano State. It was gathered that the unfortunate incident which occurred on Thursday, left many injured and some abducted. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the attack happened as traders […] The post Many Killed, One Abducted As Bandits Attack Kano Village Market appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Again, terrorist kills six including two soldiers, sack Borno village

At least six people were killed and unspecified numbers of people wounded when Boko-Haram terrorists ransacked a village in Gwoza LGA. read more Again, terrorist kills six including two soldiers, sack Borno village

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2 w. ago Plateau Gov Bans Night Grazing, Restricts Motorcycles’ Movement

Plateau State Governor, Caleb Muftwang has announced a ban on night grazing and restricted the use of motorcycles across the state following incessant attacks. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that 51 people were killed after gunmen invaded Kimakpa village, Miango district, in Bassa Local Government on Monday. The attack came barely two weeks after […] The post Plateau Gov Bans Night Grazing, Restricts Motorcycles’ Movement appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Group Debunks Alleged Killing Of 25 Villagers In Enugu By Herdsmen

A civic advocacy group, Concerned Professionals for Good Governance, has described recent reports alleging the killing of 25 persons by herdsmen in Enugu State as “completely false” and a calculated attempt to instill fear and discredit the efforts of the State Government. In a press statement titled “Debunking the Politricks of Insecurity: Enugu State on […]

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2 w. 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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2 w. ago Many Killed, Houses Destroyed As Gunmen Invade Plateau Community

A yet to be ascertained numbers of villagers have been killed, while many houses were destroyed in a fresh attack which occurred in Zikke community, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State. The horrible incident which happened on Monday, around 12am, left many villagers injured. Speaking with newsmen, Joseph Chudu, said that the gunmen arrived […] The post Many Killed, Houses Destroyed As Gunmen Invade Plateau Community appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Police Arrest Herbalist Over Alleged Ritual Killing Of Teenager In Adamawa

Police operatives have arrested a herbalist and commenced an investigation over the alleged ritual killing of an 11-year-old boy in Kodomun village, Demsa local government area of Adamawa State. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Nguroje, said the suspect, identified as Murtala Musa, was arrested in connection with the act. Nguroje said the incident was […]

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2 w. ago Mutfwang tours Bokkos, Mangu, pledges resettlement and security for farmers

From Jude Owuamanam, Jos Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang visited communities in Bokkos and Mangu Local Government Areas devastated by recent attacks, vowing to resettle displaced residents and secure their lands for farming. His tour covered Hurti, Daho, and other hard-hit areas, where he met with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs), as announced by Gyang Bere, […] The post Mutfwang tours Bokkos, Mangu, pledges resettlement and security for farmers appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Governor Mutfwang Visits Attacked Communities, Reassures Victims On Resettlement

Governor Caleb Mutfwang of Plateau State has conducted an on-the-spot assessment of communities recently attacked and displaced in Bokkos and Mangu local government areas. He visited Hurti, Daho and several affected areas, where he also interacted with Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs). The governor who was visibly moved by the harrowing conditions, especially those of women […]

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Lakurawa bandits kill three fishermen in Sokoto village raid

Three fishermen were killed on Tuesday when suspected Lakurawa bandits launched an early morning attack on the Sanyinna community in the Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State. Local sources said the victims were carrying out their daily fishing activities when the attackers struck, cutting their lives short in a brutal ambush. The assault came Read More

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3 w. ago Suspected Bandits Attack Kebbi Communities, Kill 16 Villagers

No fewer than 16 persons have been killed by gunmen, suspected to be bandits, in an attack on Tungan Taura and Tungan Ladan villages in Augie Local Government Area. It was gathered that the horrible incident occurred over the weekend, when the criminal elements stormed the two villages. This was contained in a statement on Monday, […] The post Suspected Bandits Attack Kebbi Communities, Kill 16 Villagers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Tinubu Orders Immediate Arrest, Severe Punishment For Killers Of Villagers In Plateau

President Bola Tinubu has ordered security agencies to fish out gunmen who killed many residents of Ruuwi and Hirti communities in Plateau State. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that some yet to be identified assailants invaded Ruwi, Hurti, and Tadai communities in Bokkos Local Government, leaving many villagers dead. President Tinubu, in a statement […] The post Tinubu Orders Immediate Arrest, Severe Punishment For Killers Of Villagers In Plateau appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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