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22 Miners Feared Dead in Taraba-Adamawa Mining Pit Collapse

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At least 22 miners are feared dead after a mining pit collapsed at an illegal site in the Gashaka-Gumti National Park, which spans Gashaka LGA in Taraba State and Toungo LGA in Adamawa State. The miners were searching for gold in a restricted area known as Buffa.

Local sources report that all 22 miners are presumed dead. Toungo LGA Chairman Suleiman Toungo confirmed five bodies have been recovered, though he couldn’t specify the total number still buried. The area, despite frequent ranger patrols, is known for continued unregulated mining activities, often carried out at night.

Adamawa Police spokesperson SP Suleiman Nguroje noted recent fatalities from pit collapses, adding that police are working with park authorities to address the illegal mining.


 

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Catholics in Benue Pray and Ask God to Bring Peace and End the Killings

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Catholics across Benue State came together on Thursday in a heartfelt prayer walk, seeking God’s help for peace to return to the troubled region. The walk, which drew large crowds from different parishes, was marked by hymns, placards, and quiet reflection. Priests, religious groups, and lay faithful joined in solidarity as they moved through the streets.

They also prayed for the victims of the recent violence, including those killed in the attack on Yelwata, Guma Local Government Area, where many lives were lost. Those who took part in the procession spoke out about the rising insecurity and called for healing, unity, and a renewed sense of justice in the state.


 

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Tinubu’s Surprise Visit to Benue Sparks Outrage Over Political Rally Amid Mourning

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The recent surprise visit to Benue State by President Bola Tinubu has stirred many reactions from the public.

It was reported that some school children who were outside were urged to welcome the president under the rain.

It was also noted that what started as a simple welcome turned into a political rally for the President and the Governor of the state.

This gained many criticisms from the public, especially online, as they shared their thoughts on the visit and the welcome. Many highlighted the fact that it was meant to be a condolence visit and not a celebratory event.


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President Tinubu Arrives in Benue Amid Ongoing Violence and Public Outcry

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It has been reported that President Bola Tinubu just arrived to Benue State amid the violence attacks happening.

It can be recalled that the state recently through a massacre as 200 lives were lost due to the violence attacks by armed people.

No solutions has been addresses to what will happen in Benue state, till now. President Tinubu arrives to Benue state, the people now hope for a solution to be given and justice to be served.


 

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