7 h. ago Benue killings: APC chieftain backs Tinubu’s peace initiative

Tribune Online Benue killings: APC chieftain backs Tinubu’s peace initiative "Yes, peace effort is commendable, but those that perpetrated the atrocities should be brought to justice. Seeking peace should not mean immunity for criminals. Benue killings: APC chieftain backs Tinubu’s peace initiative Tribune Online

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9 h. ago We’ll Work With Stakeholders To Restore Peace In Benue, Says SGF Akume

The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has pledged his unwavering commitment to work with key stakeholders in Benue State to restore peace and end the cycle of violence that has plagued the state in recent years. Akume made the promise on Thursday, following President Bola Tinubu’s official visit to […]

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15 h. ago SGF Akume outlines Tinubu’s roadmap for peace in North Central

From Christopher Oji, Makurdi The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has disclosed that the Federal Government is implementing a multi-layered security strategy to end protracted violence in Benue and the entire North Central zone. Addressing journalists in Makurdi, Benue, on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, Akume revealed that President Bola Tinubu’s […] The post SGF Akume outlines Tinubu’s roadmap for peace in North Central appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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20 h. ago You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu

Prof. James Ayatse, Tor Tiv, has declared that President Bola Tinubu has the capacity to restore permanent peace in Nigeria and Benue State in particular. The Chairman of Benue Traditional Council said his people had made a lot of sacrifices to keep Nigeria united and wondered why they were being isolated for extermination. “Many of […] The post You’ve capacity to restore permanent peace –Tor Tiv tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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23 h. ago Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Secretary to the Government of the Federation, (SGF) Senator George Akume has condoled the people of Yelewata and the entire Nyiev Council Ward of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State over the June 13 killings in their community. Senator Akume also called on them to remain calm and steadfast as […] The post Benue Killings: SGF visits Yelewata, says Tinubu poised to end carnage appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, on Wednesday, June 18, expressed strong dissatisfaction over the failure of security agencies to apprehend those responsible for the massacre of over 200 people in Yelewata community, Guma Local Government Area, Benue State. During his visit to Makurdi, the President demanded urgent arrests and vowed to personally […] The post Benue crisis: Tinubu demands arrest of Yelewata killers, calls for inclusive peace committee appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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41 h. ago Benue Killings: NAF Deploy More Air Assets To Boost Operation Whirl Stroke

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed additional air assets under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) to restore peace in Benue and other parts of the North Central region. This followed the recent attack on Yelwata, a community in the Guma local government area, where over 200 citizens were killed. A statement by the NAF spokesman, […]

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45 h. ago Benue groups slam Afenifere, Arewa Patriots over calls for Akume’s suspension

… Want President Tinubu to expedite action on insecurity   From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Controversies have continued to trail the statements by some tribal groups, the Afenifere and the Arewa Patriots, calling for the suspension from office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume. In response to their calls, […] The post Benue groups slam Afenifere, Arewa Patriots over calls for Akume’s suspension appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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52 h. ago Benue Killings: NAF Deploys Additional Air Assets To Boost Military Operations

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has deployed additional air assets under Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) to restore peace in Benue and other parts of the North-Central region. This followed the recent attack on Yelwata, a community in Guma local government area of the state where over 200 citizens were killed during the weekend. NAF spokesman, […]

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58 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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3 d. ago Akume decries Benue bloodshed as ‘deep wound to Nation’s soul’

By Seyi Babalola Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has condemned the unrelenting violence and bloodshed in Benue State, describing the situation as “a deep wound to the soul of our nation.” In a statement on Monday, Akume decried the most recent spate of killings, which have once again left […] The post Akume decries Benue bloodshed as ‘deep wound to Nation’s soul’ appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago Benue crisis: Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive, tasks Gov Alia on reconciliation

Tribune Online Benue crisis: Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive, tasks Gov Alia on reconciliation President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue State. The president said this in a statement by the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday. President Tinubu renewed his order in the wake of the latest round of reprisal attacks […] Benue crisis: Tinubu directs security chiefs to implement earlier directive, tasks Gov Alia on reconciliation Tribune Online

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4 d. ago Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue read more Benue killings: Tinubu orders military to restore order, urges Alia to reconcile warring factions

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4 d. ago Tinubu orders security crackdown, calls for reconciliation to end Benue crisis

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja   President Bola Tinubu has renewed his directive to security agencies to implement earlier orders aimed at restoring lasting peace and security in Benue State following a recent wave of deadly reprisal attacks. In a statement issued by Special Adviser on Information and Strategy Bayo Onanuga, the President reaffirmed the administration’s […] The post Tinubu orders security crackdown, calls for reconciliation to end Benue crisis appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Tinubu Reacts To Benue Killings, Orders Security Chiefs To Restore Peace

President Bola Tinubu has directed security chiefs to implement his earlier directive to bring lasting peace and security to Benue State. According to a statement by presidential spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, on Sunday night, President Tinubu renewed his order in the wake of the latest round of reprisal attacks that led to the death of many […]

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1 week ago Benue: Police read riot act, warn against lawlessness, mob actions

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Commissioner of Police, Benue State Police Command, CP Ifeanyi Emenari has reiterated the State Command’s commitment to restoring peace in Benue state. Enemari gave this assurance while briefing Tactical Commanders deployed to curtail Herder/Farmer conflict at Yogbo, Guma Local Government Area (LGA) where cattle rustlers had gone to rustle cattle […] The post Benue: Police read riot act, warn against lawlessness, mob actions appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago SGF Akume visits NSC, reaffirms support for maritime sector reforms

Tribune Online SGF Akume visits NSC, reaffirms support for maritime sector reforms The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Senator George Akume, has recently paid a high-level visit to the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) headquarters in Lagos, underscoring the Federal Government’s commitment to the Renewed Hope Agenda and the development of the Marine and Blue Economy. Addressing the Council’s Management staff, Akume commended the NSC […] SGF Akume visits NSC, reaffirms support for maritime sector reforms Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Financial inclusion: FG calls for renewed stakeholder commitment to rebuild consumer trust

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja In response to growing public dissatisfaction with Nigeria’s financial inclusion efforts, the Federal Government has urged all stakeholders to intensify efforts to restore consumer trust and confidence in the national financial inclusion programme. The government’s initiative aims to simplify access to financial services such as transactions, payments, savings, credit, insurance, and […] The post Financial inclusion: FG calls for renewed stakeholder commitment to rebuild consumer trust appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Financial inclusion: FG calls for renewed stakeholder commitment to rebuild consumer trust 

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja  In response to growing public dissatisfaction with Nigeria’s financial inclusion efforts, the federal government on Monday urged all stakeholders to intensify efforts to restore consumer trust and confidence in the national financial inclusion programme. The government’s initiative aims to simplify access to financial services such as transactions, payments, savings, credit, insurance, […] The post Financial inclusion: FG calls for renewed stakeholder commitment to rebuild consumer trust  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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