Bandits kill vigilante commander, others in Katsina community
A tragic attack happened in Katsina State when bandits stormed a small village, killing several people, including a well-known local vigilante commander. The incident took place on Friday night in Danzangi, a village in Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area. The attack has left many residents heartbroken and afraid, as insecurity in the area continues to rise. […]
Conflict: Police deny decomposing bodies litter Cross River communities
The Police Commissioner of Cross River State, Olusegun Omosanyin, has said that reports claiming dead bodies are lying around in the Etono and Biakpan communities are not true. These two communities have been fighting for the past two months because of land issues and arguments about which family is the oldest in the area. People […]
Benue: Gov Alia reveals those behind attacks on communities
Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has accused some politicians who are currently serving in Nigeria’s National Assembly of being behind the recent attacks happening in the state. He made this statement during an interview on Channels Television’s “Politics Today” program, saying the situation is disturbing and completely unacceptable. Although Governor Alia didn’t mention any names, […]
Benue killings: Stakeholders lament herdsmen persistent attacks, proffer solution
People in Benue State, Nigeria, are deeply worried as attacks by suspected Fulani herdsmen continue to rise. These attacks, along with kidnapping, cult violence, and other crimes, have made life dangerous for many residents—especially farmers. Farming is now difficult because many farmers are scared to return to their land. Bandits and herdsmen have attacked villages, […]
Tragic Attacks in Benue State: Six Dead and Thousands Displaced
In a devastating turn of events, the Iwari and Olagagbenea communities in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State have been struck by tragedy. Over the weekend, suspected herders invaded these peaceful communities, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The attacks began in Iwari village, where one person was killed, and several others […]