Benue: It’s act of terrorism, not farmers-herders clash – Expert
A former governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Seriake Dickson, has spoken out about the recent attacks in Benue State. He said the government is not doing enough and the violence should be seen as terrorism, not just clashes between farmers and herders. President Bola Tinubu recently visited Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, to speak […]
Benue security crisis politicized – Tor Tiv opens up to President Tinubu [FULL SPEECH]
The traditional ruler of the Tiv people, Tor Tiv V, James Ayatse, has said that the security situation in Benue State is being used for political gain. He made this known during a meeting with President Bola Tinubu and other important figures in Makurdi, the state capital. President Tinubu had come to the state after […]
Benue k!llings: How come no arrest has been made? – President Tinubu queries IGP
During his visit to Benue on June 18, Tinubu asked the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, why no arrests have been made over the recent deadly attacks in the state. He also gave a direct order to Nigeria’s Service Chiefs and security leaders to go after those who caused the violence. The President made […]
Benue: Community policing better – Gov Alia warns against self-defence
Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has urged communities to embrace community policing as a solution to the ongoing security challenges in the state. He cautioned against communities resorting to self-defence as a response to the attacks. Recent events in Benue State have been marked by severe attacks from armed herders, leading to the tragic […]
Government must rise to its responsibility or risk leaving the people with no option but to defend themselves – David Mark
Former Senate President David Mark has warned that if the federal government does not stop the attacks happening in Benue State, the people might have no choice but to defend themselves. He is very worried about the security situation because many communities have been destroyed, many people have died, and properties damaged. On Monday, June […]
Benue killings: Comedian Sabinus begs Nigerian Govt to intervene
A popular comedian and content creator named Sabinus has asked the Nigerian Federal Government and security agencies to take action against the attacks happening in parts of Benue State. These attacks are believed to be carried out by herdsmen militia. Sabinus is very worried about the ongoing violence in Benue. He said the lives of […]
Insecurity: IGP Kayode Egbetokun visits Benue
On Monday, June 16, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, traveled to Benue State to see the security problems there for himself. This visit came after many violent attacks happened recently, causing many people to lose their lives and forcing hundreds to leave their homes. The visit happened soon after a serious attack last […]
Benue: Name politicians behind killings, stop blame game – PDP challenges Alia
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has asked Governor Hyacinth Alia to come forward with the names of politicians he believes are behind the ongoing violence and killings in the state. In a statement made public on Saturday, the PDP said the governor is blaming others instead of taking action to stop the […]
Army Chief Oluyede relocates to Benue with PSOs over herdsmen k!llings and attacks
The Chief of Army Staff, Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has moved to Makurdi, the capital of Benue State. He did this because of the many violent attacks and killings happening in rural areas, which are believed to be caused by herders and armed groups. People are very worried as the violence keeps growing. Many villagers […]
Herdsmen Attack Benue on Independence Day: Two Soldiers and Seven Villagers Killed
On Independence Day, October 1, 2024, suspected herdsmen attacked the Eguma community in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, killing nine people. The victims included two soldiers and seven villagers, among them the village head of Eguma. Former lawmaker Audu Sule, who served in the Benue State House of Assembly from 2011 to 2019, […]