Death toll rises to 56 in Benue attacks as governor suggests motive

In Nigeria, no organization has yet claimed responsibility for the very deadly attacks in the local government areas of Logo and Ukum. The latest report shows that 56 victims have been killed in several rural communities in the central state of Benue during the night of Thursday, 17 to Friday, 18 April, a situation that could further increase. Faced with an alarming security situation, the governor of the state of Benue, Hyacinth Alia, calls for…

Death toll rises to 56 in Benue attacks as governor suggests motive

The attack in Benue occurred about three days after a similar attack led to the death of dozens of people in neighbouring Plateau State. The post Death toll rises to 56 in Benue attacks as governor suggests motive appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

JUST IN: Jos residents stage protest over Plateau killings

Some residents of Jos, the Plateau capital, have staged a protest against the incessant kidnappings and killings by gunmen in the state.   The march was led by Christian leaders, including Polycarp Lubo, Plateau chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).   The protest commenced from the Fwavwei Junction community road, resulting in gridlock that left many commuters stranded.   The demonstrators carried placards with inscriptions lik…

Easter attacks in Benue: Gov. Alia confirm 56 bodies recovered

Easter attacks in Benue: Gov. Alia confirm 56 bodies recovered Gov Hyacinth Alia of Benue said 56 bodies have been recovered in Ugondo, Logo and Tyuluv, Gbagir in Ukum LGAs following the coordinated attacks on the communities by suspected armed herdsmen. Alia disclosed this when he visited Logo and Ukum LGAs on Saturday for an […] The post Easter attacks in Benue: Gov. Alia confirm 56 bodies recovered appeared first on VMT News.

Central Nigeria Herder Attacks Kill 56 Amid Farming Season Violence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/central-nigeria-herder-attacks-kill-56-amid-farming-season-violence/At least 56 people have been killed in coordinated attacks by suspected armed herders in Nigeria’s central Benue State, with authorities warning the death toll could rise as search teams comb nearby bushlands for more victims, Governor Hyacinth Alia confirmed Saturday. The violence, which…

‘Benue under siege’ — Gov Alia - Flying Eze

Governor Hyacinth Alia of Benue State has once again implored residents to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activity to the appropriat... #news, #alia, #flyingeze