President Tinubu is expected in Benue today amid renewed outrage over unchecked herdsmen killings across Benue, Enugu, and Abia. With over 200 villagers recently massacred in Benue’s Yelewata, calls for decisive federal action grow louder as fear spreads.
- Tinubu’s visit follows a massacre in Yelewata, Benue, that killed over 200.
- Deadly herdsmen attacks reported in Enugu’s Aguamede, Eha-Amufu; 10+ killed.
- Abia confirms new killings in Umunneochi; homes razed, locals flee.
- Helicopters allegedly dropped attackers, residents say.
- Human rights lawyer, Prof. Joy Ezeilo, demands an urgent federal response.
- Security expert labels Tinubu’s visit a political move, urges action plan.
- Governor Alia blames serving National Assembly politicians for the violence.
The wave of killings isn't just a security crisis; it’s political. Experts warn that intra-party rivalries and national neglect have left communities unprotected. Tinubu’s visit may calm tensions temporarily, but residents demand lasting security solutions, not condolence tours.
Condolences won’t rebuild burnt homes or resurrect victims. Tinubu must show more than political concern; he must lead a credible, national response to rural terrorism that has gripped the Middle Belt and Southeast.
