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The Digest:

The president of Mzough U Tiv UK, Victor Aleva, has stated that nothing has changed in the Yelwata community of Benue State since a deadly herdsmen attack in June. He says the community remains in ruins despite President Tinubu's visit.

Key Points:
  • A Tiv leader claims nothing has changed in the Benue community of Yelwata.
  • The community was attacked by herdsmen in June, with over 200 killed.
  • President Tinubu visited the state after the attack and ordered the arrest of the perpetrators.
  • The leader, Victor Aleva, said the community remains in ruins and no rebuilding has occurred.
  • He dismissed the reported police arrest of 26 suspects as "a lie" and a political show.
  • Aleva maintains the attack was not a farmers-herders clash, but an attempt to exterminate a people.
The article highlights a community leader's frustration with the lack of progress on the ground following a high-profile presidential visit. It underscores the ongoing insecurity and the gap between government promises and the reality for affected citizens.

Source: Channels Television