Bandits Assaulted Kwara For a Duration Of 10 Hours Prior Bofore The Arrival Of Soldiers – Village Chief

The head of Woro community in Kwara State, Umar Bio Salihu, has said that armed bandits operated for about 10 hours in the area before security operatives arrived, leading to dozens of deaths and the destruction of several villages.

Salihu, who spoke on ARISE Television on Thursday, said the attackers began their operation around 5pm, but soldiers only arrived at about 3am the following day.

The Remaining Abducted Worshippers From Kaduna Regained Freedom

Bandits have reportedly released the remaining worshippers abducted during a Sunday attack on churches in the Kurmin Wali community, Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

The attack occurred when armed men invaded three churches in the community during worship services, firing sporadically to instil fear before abducting worshippers and leading them into the surrounding forests.

Kwara Massacre: Federal Government Under Scrutiny As 100 Individuals Feared Lost Their Lives

Over 100 people were feared dead on Tuesday night following a deadly attack on Woro and Nuku communities in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State by Islamic militants, while several people were also killed after bandits pounced on Abande community in Mbaikyor Ward, Turan, Kwande LG of Benue State.

Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, however, confirmed the death of 75 persons.

JUST IN: Seven Killed In Plateau Mining Site Attack

The attack occurred at about 1:00 a.m on Thursday when suspected armed bandits stormed the site with the intention of carting away illegally mined minerals.

Troops of Sector 6, Operation Safe Haven (OPSH), were alerted to the incident at about 8:40 a.m. by a local resident and immediately mobilised to the area to restore normalcy.

Nigeria Police Confirm Kaduna Abduction After Initial Denial

A  statement issued by the Force Public Relations Officer,  CSP Benjamin Hundeyin,  acknowledged that the incident, which sparked fear and anxiety among residents, was initially disputed during a meeting of the Kaduna State Security Council convened by Governor Uba Sani.

JUST IN: 6 killed as IED explodes in Imo market

6 killed as IED explodes in Imo market

Six persons have been killed by an explosion caused by an Improvised Explosive Device, IED, planted at Eke Ubaheze market, Awo-Idemili, Orsu Local Government Area of Imo State.

11 States Embrace FG Ranching Plan as Killings Surge

Wassap9ja News Report 11 States Embrace FG Ranching Plan as Killings Surge

Eleven states are taking steps to commence ranching as a way to address the age-long violent clashes between herders and farmers, which have claimed several lives.

While some states have allocated lands for ranching, many others have pledged lands, and a few are developing policies that will guide the initiative as a viable business venture.

Benue Killings: Displaced Survivors Cry Out Over Poor Feeding, Living Conditions

Hundreds of internally displaced persons, IDPs, from Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, yesterday, cried out over their poor feeding and living conditions.

They staged a peaceful protest in Makurdi, over alleged food shortages at their temporary shelter.

End Benue Killings, Catholic Urges Govt, Presented a Five-Point Action Plan

• Catholic of Nigeria has strongly condemned the killings in Benue State, calling on the federal government to act decisively.
• They noted the spate of violence that has occured in Benue in recent years, urged leaders to prioritize citizens safety.
• The Council presented a five-point action plan to the government, seeking for the immediate deployment of securities.

The Catholic Laity Council of Nigeria has strongly condemned the killings in Benue State, calling on the federal government to act decisively to end what it describes as “the valley of blood” that has reopened in Nigeria.

Benue Bloodshed: Gov, Assembly At Odds As President Tinubu, SGF, Ex-generals Visit Benue State Over Recent Killings

• President Tinubu will on Wednesday (today) hold a meeting with the stakeholders in Benue State.
• Over 200 people were reportedly killed within a few hours, including children and women.
• ADP and the New Nigeria Peoples Party accused the President of prioritising politics over people’s lives.
• UN firmly condemned the recent attacks and called for a comprehensive investigation into the incidents.

In a move to end the violence that has cost many lives and destroyed homes across several communities, President Bola Tinubu will on Wednesday (today) hold a meeting with the stakeholders in Benue State and listen to their concerns firsthand.

Benue bloodbath: Military, IG Launch Cross-Border Manhunt For Killers

• Military and the police have launched a joint manhunt for the gunmen who killed around 200 villagers.
• Musa urging the youths to support the military, he sought support from every Nigerian too.

The military and the police have launched a joint, cross-border manhunt for the gunmen who killed around 200 villagers in Yelewata, Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, on the night of Friday, June 13, 2025.

Benue Attack: UN Condemns Benue Killings, Calls for Justice

• UN Secretary-General condemned the attacks perpetrated over the weekend in Benue.
• According to news reports, dozens of people were killed while they slept.
• Farhan Haq, Deputy Spokesperson for the Secretary-General, said, “We’re monitoring the situation.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the attacks perpetrated over the weekend in Benue, North Central Nigeria, in which scores of civilians were killed.