1 week ago President Tinubu’s Visit To Benue State: The People’s Expectations Going Forward

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s recent visit to Benue State has sparked hope and expectations among the people, who have been grappling with the scourge of violent attacks from armed herders. The president’s visit, which was aimed at assessing the security situation in the state, has been hailed as a welcome development by the people, who […]

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1 week ago Social Listening: Fallouts from President Tinubu’s condolence visit to Benue

The fallout from President Tinubu’s June 18, 2025, condolence visit to Benue State—following massacres that killed 100–200 Christians in Yelewata—revealed read more Social Listening: Fallouts from President Tinubu’s condolence visit to Benue

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2 w. ago “Political Showmanship Won’t Solve Benue Crisis” – Atiku To Tinubu

Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has slammed President Bola Tinubu’s recent visit to Benue State, describing it as a “political spectacle” rather than a genuine attempt to console victims of the state’s rising insecurity. Atiku’s Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, made the remarks in an exclusive interview with news men on Thursday. He accused the Tinubu-led […] The post “Political Showmanship Won’t Solve Benue Crisis” – Atiku To Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue: A true leader doesn’t make excuses – Obi on Tinubu not visiting Yelwata

President Bola Tinubu is facing criticism for failing to visit Yelwata in Benue State, the site of the recent massacre. In his reaction on social media, Labour Party presidential candidate in the 2023 election, Peter Obi, pointed out that a true leader does not make excuses. Speaking via his Facebook page on Thursday, Obi said […] The post Benue: A true leader doesn’t make excuses – Obi on Tinubu not visiting Yelwata appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Social Listening 20 June 2025: Tinubu’s Benue Visit: Condolence mission amidst political spectacle and security crisis

Social media reached its peak following President Bola Tinubu’s condolence visit to Benue State. There was significant scrutiny before, during, read more Social Listening 20 June 2025: Tinubu’s Benue Visit: Condolence mission amidst political spectacle and security crisis

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s Benue visit: Presidency not tailor shop, Onoh fires back at Obi

Tribune Online Tinubu’s Benue visit: Presidency not tailor shop, Onoh fires back at Obi "There is no religious text in the Qur’an or Sunnah specifying black attire for mourning; however, modest and sober clothing is encouraged" Tinubu’s Benue visit: Presidency not tailor shop, Onoh fires back at Obi Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Akume salutes Tinubu’s visit to Benue, pledges to work for lasting peace

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has lauded President Bola Tinubu, for his recent visit to Benue State, describing it as a courageous and timely initiative aimed at tackling the persistent conflicts plaguing the region. Akume pledged his full commitment to collaborate with all key stakeholders to […] The post Akume salutes Tinubu’s visit to Benue, pledges to work for lasting peace appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna

Reality TV star Phyna has condemned President Bola Tinubu following his visit to the Yelewata community in Benue State, where hundreds were reportedly killed in a violent herdsmen attack. According to reports, over 200 people were killed in a single night during the invasion. Reacting to the President’s visit on Wednesday, Phyna questioned the narrative […] The post “Victims Of Benue Tragedy Were All Killed, Who Did Tinubu Visit In Hospital?” — Phyna appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue: Tinubu’s visit may not go beyond the flamboyant displays – Obi

Peter Obi, Presidential candidate of the Labour Party LP, in the 2023 Presidential election, has expressed fears that President Bola read more Benue: Tinubu’s visit may not go beyond the flamboyant displays – Obi

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2 w. ago Benue: Tinubu’s visit, necessary theatre for 2027 – Farotimi

Tribune Online Benue: Tinubu’s visit, necessary theatre for 2027 – Farotimi "We've almost lost our capacity to be shocked. 200 human beings were murdered, and the President went to Benue and was talking as if he were preparing for..." Benue: Tinubu’s visit, necessary theatre for 2027 – Farotimi Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Benue massacre: Adebayo expresses disappointment over Tinubu’s visit

By Sunday Ani, Abuja Leader of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and its 2023 presidential candidate, Prince Adewole Adebayo, has expressed disappointment with the way President Bola Tinubu’s visit to Benue State over the recent killing by suspected Fulani militants was trivialised and reduced to politics. Insisting that Nigerians must be serious about tackling important […] The post Benue massacre: Adebayo expresses disappointment over Tinubu’s visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Benue: Tinubu’s visit turned to campaign, lacks empathy — Obi

Tribune Online Benue: Tinubu’s visit turned to campaign, lacks empathy — Obi "The President arrived not in mourning cloth but in celebratory agbada attire, like it was an occasion for joy" Benue: Tinubu’s visit turned to campaign, lacks empathy — Obi Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Peter Obi: Fanfare during Tinubu’s visit to Benue dishonours victims

Peter Obi, the 2023 presidential candidate of the Labour Party, has condemned what he described as a deeply insensitive and read more Peter Obi: Fanfare during Tinubu’s visit to Benue dishonours victims

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2 w. ago Tinubu’s visit: Reactions trail Benue Gov Alia’s alleged ‘eye service’

Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia has faced criticism for promoting eye service after a viral video showed citizens cleaning roadside bushes ahead of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s visit to the state on Wednesday. In a video circulating on social media, people were seen using machetes to trim overgrown vegetation along a major road, with the […] The post Tinubu’s visit: Reactions trail Benue Gov Alia’s alleged ‘eye service’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. 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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3 w. ago Tinubu to visit Benue as Akume assures swift action to end brutal killings

By Bianca Iboma-Emefu In a compelling press statement, Senator George Akume, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, and former governor of Benue state has condemned the recent killings in Yelewata and other affected communities, describing them as “senseless acts of violence” and “a direct challenge to the peace and stability of our nation.” Speaking […] The post Tinubu to visit Benue as Akume assures swift action to end brutal killings appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Benue: More outrage as defence chief vows to take battle to terrorists, IGP visits state

Tribune Online Benue: More outrage as defence chief vows to take battle to terrorists, IGP visits state •Tinubu to visit tomorrow•17 Benue LGAs were under siege, now reduced to six —Governor Alia•We can’t continue to be silent —Sultan of Sokoto•Nigeria needs leader with competence, capacity, character, compassion —Obi•Mark, ACF, MBF, CAN, Ohanaeze, others react THERE were more outrages across the country on Monday as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), General Christopher […] Benue: More outrage as defence chief vows to take battle to terrorists, IGP visits state Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Killings: Tinubu to visit Benue Wednesday amid rising tensions

…Dispatches SGF, IGP to Benue ahead visit President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday visit Benue, a state recently attacked by read more Killings: Tinubu to visit Benue Wednesday amid rising tensions

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3 w. ago Benue Killings: I’ll Adjust My Schedule To Pay Condolence Visit On Wednesday — Tinubu

President Bola Tinubu has said he will adjust his schedule to visit Benue State following recent killings across the state. President Tinubu expressed deep sympathy for the victims and their families, urging the people of the state to remain united in the face of adversity. This was contained in a statement by Bayo Onanuga, Special […] The post Benue Killings: I’ll Adjust My Schedule To Pay Condolence Visit On Wednesday — Tinubu appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Tinubu heads to Benue over security crisis, postpones Kaduna visit

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu has announced a change in his official schedule, postponing his planned visit to Kaduna State to instead travel to Benue State on Wednesday, June 18. According to a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the shift comes as part of intensified efforts by […] The post Tinubu heads to Benue over security crisis, postpones Kaduna visit appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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