29 h. ago “The Armed Forces Are With You” — CDS Assures Benue Residents

Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, has assured Benue State people that the armed forces will double the efforts in protecting them. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that General Musa’s statement is coming, following the recent killings of innocent residents in some parts of the state. It was gathered that over 200 villagers were murdered by […] The post “The Armed Forces Are With You” — CDS Assures Benue Residents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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41 h. ago PFN to Tinubu: Act decisively on killings in Benue, Plateau, other places

From Oluseye Ojo President Bola Tinubu has been asked to take decisive action as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Nigeria to end the persistent killings and kidnappings in Benue, Plateau, and Taraba States, as well as other parts of the country. The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) made the call on Tuesday in a […] The post PFN to Tinubu: Act decisively on killings in Benue, Plateau, other places appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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48 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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69 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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2 d. ago Killings: Benue People May Defend Themselves, David Mark Warns

Former Senate President, David Mark, has expressed concerns over the continuous brutal killings in Benue State, warning that residents may resort to defending themselves if the government does not adequately protect lives and property. Mark disclosed this in a statement issued by his media aide, Paul Mumeh, on Sunday in Abuja, describing the wave of […]

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2 d. ago Benue killings: People may be forced to defend themselves, David Mark warns

From Adesuwa Tsan, Abuja Former Senate President David Mark has raised alarm over the continued killings in Benue State, warning that residents may resort to self-defence if the government fails to protect them. Reacting to the recent spate of violence that has claimed over 200 lives and destroyed property in several communities, in a statement […] The post Benue killings: People may be forced to defend themselves, David Mark warns appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Benue Govt Intercepts 33 Men Conveyed In Two Buses From Northern Nigeria Amid Fears Of Imminent Attack

The Benue State Government has confirmed the arrest of 33 men from Northern Nigeria who arrived in Makurdi on Saturday, June 15, 2025, sparking fears of a coordinated security threat in the wake of persistent killings in the state. According to reports, the men were conveyed in two buses and attempted to take residence in […] The post Benue Govt Intercepts 33 Men Conveyed In Two Buses From Northern Nigeria Amid Fears Of Imminent Attack appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago World Blood Donor Day: Sundry Foods conducts internal blood donation drive

Sundry Foods Limited (SFL), in collaboration with Armed Forces Blood Centre, at the weekend, in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, marked read more World Blood Donor Day: Sundry Foods conducts internal blood donation drive

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4 d. ago I Lost Brother, Wife, Kids In Fresh Benue Attack – Yelwata Resident

A resident of Yelewata community in Guma local government area of Benue State, Mr. Desmond Adidi, has disclosed that his elder brother, Emmanuel, the wife and four children were among those killed in the night attack by gunmen in the area. Yelewata is along the Lafia-Makurdi expressway, a few kilometers from Kadarako in Obi local […]

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4 d. 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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4 d. 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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4 d. ago JUST IN: Over 200 residents, including IDPs, soldiers killed in fresh Benue attacks

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The killings in Benue State by gunmen suspected to be herdsmen militia have continued unabated with over 200 persons killed Saturday in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of the state. A high ranking officer in the army also disclosed that two soldiers were killed in a separate attack same Saturday morning […] The post JUST IN: Over 200 residents, including IDPs, soldiers killed in fresh Benue attacks appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Troops arrest Chinese national, five others in Borno over terrorism links — DHQ

Tribune Online Troops arrest Chinese national, five others in Borno over terrorism links — DHQ The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Friday confirmed the arrest of a Chinese national and five others in Borno State over suspected involvement in terrorism-related activities. The arrest, which occurred during ongoing counterterrorism operations in the North-East, was made by troops of the Nigerian Armed Forces operating in Kukawa and Ngala local government areas of Borno […] Troops arrest Chinese national, five others in Borno over terrorism links — DHQ Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents

Some yet to be identified gunmen invaded Mtsewnem, Akondutyough village in the North Bank axis of Makurdi, Benue State, leaving three residents dead, while others were severely injured. It was gathered that the horrible incident happened on the 12th of June, 2025, a day when the nation celebrate Democracy Day. READ MORE: Benue NASS Members Tackle […] The post Black Democracy Day As Gunmen Invade Benue Community, Kill Three Residents appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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9 d. ago DICON believes in partnership for local production of military wares – DG

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna The Director General (DG), Defence Industry Corporation of Nigeria (DICON), Major General Babatunde Ibrahim Alaya, has expressed excitement with a private organization, Consulting & Supply International (CSI) for collaborating with the Corporation in areas of production of defence needs for the Armed Forces of Nigeria and other para-military agencies in Nigeria.  […] The post DICON believes in partnership for local production of military wares – DG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Senior Naval Officer Killed By Hoodlum In Kaduna During Robbery Attempt

A senior naval officer, Lieutenant Commodore M. Buba, was tragically stabbed to death by a suspected hoodlum in Kaduna on Sunday. The incident occurred at the Kawo Bridge when the officer, who was on course at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, had a flat tyre while returning to base. While attempting to […] The post Senior Naval Officer Killed By Hoodlum In Kaduna During Robbery Attempt appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Suspected Herdsmen Invade Imo Community, Kill Three Residents, Hijack Farmlands

At least three yet to be identified persons have been killed, following a horrible attack carried out by herdsmen in Agwa Community, Oguta Local Government Area of Imo State. It was gathered that the criminal elements who were armed with sophisticated weapons forcefully took over farmlands and major roads in the area. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt […] The post Suspected Herdsmen Invade Imo Community, Kill Three Residents, Hijack Farmlands appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago We Won’t Fail Citizens, Nigeria Won’t Fail, Defence Chief Assures

The Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa has assured that the Armed Forces of Nigeria will not fail Nigerians and that Nigeria will not fail as a nation its despite challenges. General Musa also reiterated the urgent need for national unity and citizens’ collaboration to overcome Nigeria’s security challenges, insisting that the country remains […]

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2 w. ago Army tests personnel on tactical readiness to protect national assets

From Tony John, Port Harcourt The General Officer Commanding (GOC) 6 Division Nigerian Army and Land Component Commander Joint Task Force (South-South) Operation Delta Safe, Major General Emmanuel Emekah, has emphasised the importance of physical fitness for personnel tasked with protecting critical national assets in the Niger Delta region. Speaking at the 6 Division two-day […] The post Army tests personnel on tactical readiness to protect national assets appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Federal Gov’t Hands Over 7 Modified Armoured Vehicles To Police

The federal government has handed over seven Modified Light Tactical Armoured Vehicles (LTAV) to the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) to bolster national security and safeguard lives and property across the nation. Minister of Police Affairs, Senator Ibrahim Gaidam, officially handed over the vehicles to the inspector general of police, IGP Olukayode Egbetokun, at the headquarters […]

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