Governor Alia Condemns Brutal Killings, Orders Immediate Arrest of Perpetrators Within 48 Hours Benue State, Nigeria – Governor Hyacinth Alia has strongly condemned the gruesome killing of two Igede youths along the Awajir-Oju road, as well as a separate violent attack on the Nyifon community in Buruku Local Government Area. In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Tersoo Kula, the Governor revealed that the two victims were travelling from Oju on a motorcycle when they were ambushed and murdered in cold blood. In a separate incident, youths from Mbayaka community in Kusuv allegedly launched an attack on Nyifon community following a dispute related to a boat mishap. Governor Alia described both attacks as “unfortunate and totally unjustifiable,” stressing that no individual or group has the right to invade or harm another community. He has directed security agencies to immediately swing into action, collaborate with traditional rulers, and ensure that the culprits are apprehended within 48 hours. Governor Alia reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding lives and property, while urging communities across the state to maintain peace and cooperate with law enforcement during ongoing investigations. #GovernorAlia #BenueState #IgedeYouths #NyifonAttack #JusticeForVictims #StopTheViolence #SecurityAlert #PeaceInBenue

Bloodbath in Imo: Gunmen Launch Midnight Motorcycle Raid, Kill Over 14 in Arondizuogu Villages Panic and grief have gripped Arondizuogu in Ideato North LGA, Imo State, after gunmen on motorcycles launched a brutal overnight assault on three villages—Ndi-Ejezie, Umualaoma, and Ndiakuwata Uno—leaving at least 14 people dead and many others injured. Eyewitnesses recount how the assailants fired indiscriminately at sleeping residents, creating scenes of horror now circulating online in graphic videos. The Imo State Police Command, however, confirmed seven fatalities, attributing the attack to suspected members of IPOB/ESN, a proscribed group. Police spokesperson DSP Henry Okoye condemned the "barbaric" killings, while assuring that Commissioner Aboki Danjuma is personally leading tactical operations to hunt down the attackers and restore peace to the region. Residents are urged to remain calm, vigilant, and report any useful information to the police via 08034773600 or 08103341610. #ImoMassacre #ArondizuoguAttack #GunmenStrike #StopTheViolence

"For how long will these senseless killings continue on Nigerian soil? Why is it still so difficult for our security agencies to prevent such devastating attacks on our people?" ~ Sultan of Sokoto, expressing deep concern over the ongoing violence in Benue State. #BenueKillings #SultanOfSokoto #InsecurityInNigeria #StopTheViolence #NigeriaCrisis #ProtectNigerians #PeaceAndSecurity