Fear in Benue community over alleged imminent herdsmen attack
Residents of a Benue community are living in fear following reports of a possible herdsmen attack in the area. Locals say heightened tension has disrupted daily life, with families taking precautionary measures to protect themselves and their property. Community leaders have appealed to security agencies to increase patrols and provide reassurance, emphasizing the need to […]
Many feared dead, others missing as suspected herdsmen attack Ohimini, Benue
A tragic incident has rocked Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State, where suspected herdsmen reportedly attacked the community, leaving several people feared dead and others missing. The disturbing incident happened late Monday night, causing panic and forcing many residents to flee for safety. Eyewitnesses said the attackers stormed the community unexpectedly, shooting and destroying […]
Four k!lled as suspected herders attack Benue communities
Suspected armed herders have reportedly killed four people and destroyed several properties in different communities within Tombu Council Ward of Logo Local Government Area, Benue State. A community leader, Joseph Anawah, confirmed that the attack happened on Monday, August 25. He explained that the suspected Fulani attackers stormed the area around 3:00 p.m. and set […]
Five k!lled, houses razed in fresh Plateau attack
Suspected herdsmen attacked Tim village in Chakfem District, Mangu Local Government Area of Plateau State on Tuesday evening, August 19, 2025. The violence left five people dead and destroyed 10 thatched homes. Several others were injured during the attack and are now receiving medical care at local hospitals. Security expert Zagazola Makama said early investigations […]
Benue: Suspected herdsmen k!ll farmer in fresh attack on Yelewata community
Armed men, suspected to be herdsmen, carried out an attack in Yelewata community, located in Nyiev Council Ward, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, killing one farmer. The violent incident took place on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. This comes just two weeks after another attack left three residents dead and three others injured. It […]
Benue government employs workers to clean Makurdi overnight ahead of Tinubu’s visit; invites support groups to come out and welcome President (video)
On the evening of June 17, workers were seen cutting grass and cleaning along one of Makurdi’s major roads. This was part of the Benue State government’s last-minute preparations for President Bola Tinubu’s visit. President Tinubu is expected in Benue on June 18, just a few days after a shocking attack in Makurdi. Between the […]
EXCLUSIVE: Untold story of how herdsmen reduced Benue community to ashes, burnt over 300 alive
The people of Yelewata in Benue State will never forget the night of June 13 and the morning of June 14, 2025. The quiet farming town was attacked by suspected armed herdsmen, leading to the deaths of over 300 people. What started as a peaceful evening turned into a night of fear, bloodshed, and destruction. […]
‘We must manage our anger’ – Tinubu reacts to Benue massacre
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has finally spoken about the recent tragedy in Benue State. The attack happened in Yelewata, a community in Guma Local Government Area. It was reported that over 200 people lost their lives in the incident, which was blamed on suspected armed herdsmen. Tinubu made his comments on Monday during the opening […]
Singer, 2face Idibia, decries the alarming rate of insecurity and k!llings in his home state, Benue
Veteran Nigerian singer, 2Face Idibia, has spoken out about the increasing violence and insecurity in his home state, Benue. The music icon said he is deeply troubled by the ongoing killings affecting innocent people. In a video he shared online, 2Face said his heart is heavy because of the repeated attacks happening in Benue. He […]
Police arrest man for raising false alarm of herdsmen attack in Imo community
A 35-year-old man, Chidi Emma Azonibe, has been arrested by the Imo State Police for causing panic in the Umuoba community, Irete, in Owerri West Local Government Area. The man falsely claimed that Fulani herdsmen were planning to attack the area. According to the police spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, Azonibe circulated a false message to […]