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Benue Boils Again: Fulani Herder Killed, Over 20 Cows Slaughtered In Fresh Wave Of Attacks.
Renewed unrest has erupted in Benue State as coordinated attacks in Otukpo Local Government Area left a Fulani herder dead and more than 20 cattle slaughtered, heightening fears of escalating communal strife. According to Nivo News, the incidents, which occurred between December 4 and 5, spread across the Ondo, Ogobia, Ugboju and Otukpo Nobi communities—areas already burdened by intermittent clashes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Residents expressed concern over claims that the handling of a key suspect by a security agency may have worsened tensions, raising suspicions of institutional negligence and prompting fears of retaliatory violence.
The crisis intensified on Friday, December 5, when armed individuals from the Ondo community in Ogobia reportedly ambushed a Fulani herder, Hassan Sule, popularly known as Alhaji Foder. Local accounts indicated that he was travelling on a motorcycle with a labourer to inspect his herd when the attackers opened fire. The labourer sustained injuries but managed to escape, while Foder died on the spot.
Panic spread rapidly among Fulani families, who immediately notified troops stationed at the Ogobia military post. Soldiers accompanied the herders to recover the deceased, but the situation escalated when armed men allegedly launched a second ambush, apparently unaware that the military was part of the approaching team. Security sources said troops returned fire swiftly and subdued the assailants.
One of the attackers was reportedly captured alive and disarmed, raising hopes of uncovering those behind the organised assaults. However, the situation took a troubling turn after the suspect was handed over to the Divisional Police Officer of Ogoli/Ogboju. According to multiple sources, the officer allegedly released the suspect less than an hour after taking custody.
Fulani community representatives who confronted the DPO said he dismissed their concerns, allegedly stating that the military had no authority to arrest and transfer suspects to him, insisting he was following his professional judgement.
Community leaders condemned the decision as irresponsible and inflammatory, warning that the release of the suspect has worsened an already volatile atmosphere and could trigger further unrest in the affected communities.
According to Nivo News, Samaila Kamba, former Speaker of the Kebbi State House of Assembly during the Adamu Aliero administration, has officially announced his candidacy for the Kebbi North Senatorial seat under the banner of the All Progressives Congress (APC).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Kamba, who recently returned to the APC after a stint with the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), explained that his decision to contest the Senate seat is motivated by a desire to build on his previous achievements and support the human capacity development initiatives of Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris.
In a statement, Kamba highlighted that his legislative experience positions him to make a meaningful contribution to national development and to ensure that his constituents benefit from his efforts in the upper chamber. “Reaching thousands of my constituents will only be possible from the Senate. I believe my experience as a lawmaker will enable me to contribute positively to the growth of this great nation,” he said.
Reflecting on his return to the APC, Kamba noted that he joined the party after evaluating Governor Idris’ performance and progress in the state. “I joined the APC at my own time, not at the expense of anybody. I am an adult and a bona fide Nigerian, therefore I can take any decision I deem fit, and immediately I got satisfied with the current happenings in the state, I joined to contribute my quota,” he added.
Before his return to the APC, Kamba was a leading figure in the PDP in Kebbi, commanding significant political influence and support. He will be challenging the incumbent Senator Yahaya Abdullahi, a three-term lawmaker and former majority leader, for the Kebbi North seat.
According to Nivo News, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced that Nigeria has entered a new era of fuel abundance, signaling an end to the recurring petrol scarcity in the country.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The assurance was provided by the refinery’s newly appointed Managing Director, David Bird, during a press briefing in Lagos on Wednesday. Bird highlighted the refinery’s smooth operations over the Christmas and New Year period as evidence of its ability to stabilise the domestic fuel market.
Bird described the development as a major milestone for Nigeria, noting that the country not only enjoys consistent fuel availability but also benefits from world-class products that meet international standards. “Nigeria is now receiving world-quality fuels, produced to Euro 5 standards, because we also export gasoline to Europe and jet fuel to markets such as Dubai,” he stated.
He further criticized the historical practice of distributing substandard fuel in West Africa, emphasising that Dangote Refinery’s low-sulphur, cleaner fuels offer significant public health advantages. Bird also revealed that the refinery has achieved substantial production and evacuation milestones, reinforcing its role in transforming Nigeria’s energy landscape.
According to Nivo News, the Edo State Commissioner for Education, Paddy Iyamu, has announced that all 38 students of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, who were arrested during last weekend’s protest, will be released.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Speaking on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily programme on Wednesday, Iyamu confirmed that some students were released on Tuesday, with the remainder set to be freed on Wednesday. He explained that the state government had been working tirelessly overnight to ensure the students’ release.
The Commissioner noted that the protest, which resulted in property damage, was orchestrated by unscrupulous individuals from outside Edo State. He emphasized that the government remains committed to peace and unity, urging that demonstrations should be conducted in an orderly manner. Iyamu recalled that during a peaceful protest on May 13, 2025, students were received by Governor Monday Okpebholo, highlighting the importance of following due process during demonstrations.
He added that following the restoration of order in Ekpoma, academic activities have been approved to resume. “We have released the communiqué this morning. Students are to return to school on Monday. Normalcy has been restored, and security agencies are actively ensuring peace is maintained,” Iyamu said.
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