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Over 100 Killed in Yelewata Gun Attack Tragedy

6/15/2025

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A devastating gun attack in Yelewata, Benue State, Nigeria, claimed the lives of over 100 people, with many still missing and hundreds injured. This tragic violence, rooted in the fierce struggle for land and water between local farmers and herders, has left the community reeling. In response, the governor has mobilized support for the grieving families.

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Story summary

A devastating gun attack in Yelewata, Benue State, Nigeria, claimed the lives of over 100 people, with many still missing and hundreds injured. This tragic violence, rooted in the fierce struggle for land and water between local farmers and herders, has left the community reeling. In response, the governor has mobilized support for the grieving families.