Benue state news on herdsmen

Benue State has been a hotspot for conflicts between farmers and herdsmen in recent years. Here are some recent news updates on the issue:

Recent Attacks and Clashes

• On February 11, 2023, herdsmen attacked a village in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, killing one person and injuring several others. The attack was reportedly carried out by a group of armed herdsmen who stormed the village, shooting and burning down homes. (Source: Vanguard)
• On January 25, 2023, a farmer was killed in a clash between farmers and herdsmen in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State. The farmer was reportedly shot by the herdsmen during a dispute over grazing rights. (Source: Daily Trust)
• On January 15, 2023, a group of herdsmen attacked a farm in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State, killing one farmer and injuring several others. The attack was reportedly carried out by a group of armed herdsmen who stormed the farm, shooting and burning down crops. (Source: Premium Times)

Government Response

• On February 14, 2023, the Benue State Government announced that it had deployed additional security personnel to troubled areas of the state to curb the increasing attacks by herdsmen. The government also promised to provide compensation to victims of the attacks. (Source: Leadership)
• On January 27, 2023, the Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, called on the Federal Government to take decisive action to address the herdsmen-farmers crisis in the state. The governor also urged the government to provide adequate security for farmers and their crops. (Source: This Day)

Peace Efforts

• On February 10, 2023, a peace meeting was held in Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, between farmers and herdsmen to discuss ways to resolve the crisis. The meeting was attended by traditional rulers, community leaders, and representatives of the two groups. (Source: The Nation)
• On January 20, 2023, the Benue State Government launched a peace initiative aimed at resolving the conflict between farmers and herdsmen. The initiative, which is being implemented in collaboration with the Federal Government, involves the establishment of a peace committee to mediate disputes and provide compensation to victims of the attacks. (Source: Punch)

Humanitarian Crisis

• On February 12, 2023, the Benue State Government announced that over 100,000 people had been displaced by the herdsmen-farmers crisis in the state. The government also reported that many people were in dire need of food, shelter, and medical care. (Source: Vanguard)
• On January 28, 2023, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UNOCHA) reported that over 200,000 people had been affected by the crisis in Benue State, with many in need of humanitarian assistance. (Source: ReliefWeb)

These are just a few examples of the recent news updates on the herdsmen-farmers crisis in Benue State. The situation remains volatile, and efforts are ongoing to resolve the conflict and provide relief to affected communities.