Tragedy Strikes Benue State: Armed Attacks Leave Villagers Reeling as Protests Erupt for Justice
Yelwata, Nigeria — A violent assault on villagers in Yelwata, a town in Benue State near the Nasarawa border, has left a toll of at least 45 dead, with local reports suggesting the death count may be higher. The attack occurred late Friday night, allegedly perpetrated by armed herdsmen. Local authorities have confirmed the incident, prompting widespread condemnation from state officials. Governor Hyacinth Alia expressed deep sorrow over the killings, stating that no one has …