Tag: benue attack
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Death toll from suspected herdsmen attacks in Benue rises to 72
The number of casualties from recent attacks by suspected armed herders in Benue State has climbed to 72, as search efforts continue in affected communities.
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Suspected herdsmen invade Benue communities, 50 feared killed
At least 50 persons have been feared killed during a four-day attack by suspected herdsmen who invaded some communities in Kwande Local Government Area of Benue State. TheNewsGuru.com (TNG) gathered that the affected communities include Adam, Iyarinwa, Abamde Ityuluv, Waya Boagundu, Agura Ayaga and Azege areas in Turan Council Ward, Kwande LGA. The immediate past…
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Soldiers arrest key Boko Haram suspect linked to Benue attacks
The Nigerian Army has announced the arrest of a major Boko Haram suspect “believed to have masterminded most of the recent attacks in Benue State. Aminu Yaminu who is nicknamed Tashaku was arrested yesterday in Makurdi, the state capital by a combined team of troops of 707 Special Forces Brigade, Nigeria Police and the Department…