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Suspected Cultists Kill Soldier, Three Others in Makurdi

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Suspected cultists have reportedly killed four people, including a soldier, in North Bank, Makurdi, Benue State.

The attacks occurred on Thursday and Friday nights, with eyewitnesses linking the incidents to ongoing clashes between rival cult groups in the area.

Nura Umar, Chairman of the vigilante group Operation Shara, confirmed the killings and stated that the victims, including two young men, were not cultists but fell victim to the rampage.

He added that a suspected cultist was also killed in his home on Thursday.

The Benue State Police Command confirmed the cult activities but reported only one civilian casualty. Police spokesperson Catherine Anene assured that additional operatives had been deployed to the area to restore order.

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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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