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Benue Killings: Governor Hyacinth Alia Opposes Self-Defence Calls, Backs Community Policing as Sustainable Security Solution.

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has firmly rejected growing calls for self-defence in response to the persistent attacks and killings plaguing parts of the state. Speaking on Focus Nigeria, an African Independent Television (AIT) programme on Tuesday, the governor emphasized that untrained civilians engaging in armed resistance could escalate the already dire security situation. “You…

Killings: President Tinubu Postpones Kaduna Visit, Heads to Benue State Wednesday.

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has postponed his official trip to Kaduna State and will instead visit Benue State on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, to address the escalating violence and communal killings in the region. The development was confirmed in a statement issued on Monday, June 16, by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on…

🔥 IGP Storms Benue After Over 200 Burned Alive by Suspected Herdsmen.

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Benue State, Nigeria – June 16, 2025 In response to the gruesome massacre of nearly 250 citizens in the Yelewata community of Guma Local Government Area, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has arrived in Benue State to assess the situation and restore order. The Nigeria Police Force confirmed the IGP’s arrival in a…

Pope Leo Decries Benue Massacre, Offers Prayers for Nigeria’s Christian Communities, (Video) Below.

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Pope Leo XIV has condemned the gruesome killing of over 200 people in Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria, describing it as a “terrible massacre” of innocent lives. The Roman Catholic Pontiff made the statement via Vatican News on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, as he led heartfelt prayers for the…

Video: Makurdi Protest Erupts as Youths Block Roads Over Benue Massacre.

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Tensions rose in Benue State on Sunday morning as angry youths staged a massive protest in Makurdi, the state capital, over the gruesome killing of over 200 people in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area. The protesters, mostly young people, barricaded the Wurukum Roundabout, a major traffic hub connecting northern and southern Nigeria, causing serious gridlock…

Israel Warns Citizens to Avoid Public Gatherings Amid Escalating Iran Attacks.

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As tensions escalate in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have issued a public safety alert, urging citizens to avoid gatherings and limit movement in public areas across the country. The warning came through a statement from the Home Front Command, the IDF division responsible for civil protection, on Sunday, June 15….

Democracy Day: Pro-Tinubu, Alia Rally in Benue Sparks Outrage Amid Fresh Herdsmen Attacks.

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As Benue communities mourn fresh killings by suspected Fulani herdsmen, a group of youths and women staged a controversial pro-government rally in Makurdi on Democracy Day, Thursday, June 12. The demonstrators, under various Pro-Tinubu and Pro-Governor Hyacinth Alia support groups, took to the streets of Makurdi, calling for second terms for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu…

Mokwa Flood: We Don’t Know Where the Water Is Coming From – Governor Bago.

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Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago, has expressed deep concern over the source of the massive flooding that recently devastated Mokwa Local Government Area, leading to the tragic loss of nearly 200 lives. Speaking on Tuesday during a condolence visit by Borno State Governor, Babagana Zulum, Bago stated that the state was overwhelmed and unsure…

Akume Not Silent on Benue Killings – SGF’s Aide Counters Alia’s Claims.

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ABUJA The Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF) has dismissed allegations made by Benue State Governor Hyacinth Alia, accusing him of trying to manipulate public sentiment against Senator George Akume over the recent wave of insecurity in the Sankera axis of Benue State. Governor Alia had, during a Channels Television…

NAF Airstrikes Crush Boko Haram Hideouts in Borno, Foil Planned Eid Attack.

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The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has carried out precision airstrikes on Boko Haram terrorist camps in Tumbumma Baba and Chiralia areas of southern Tumbuns, Borno State, successfully foiling a planned attack ahead of the Eid celebrations. Acting on credible intelligence, NAF jets under Operation Hadin Kai struck terrorist structures used for weapon storage and coordination,…