In a tragic outbreak of violence in the southeastern Nigerian state of Benue, a nighttime assault has reportedly claimed the lives of at least 100 individuals. The attack, which occurred in the town of Yelewata within the Guma region, was confirmed by a Benue police spokesperson, although specific details regarding the number of casualties remain unverified by official sources.
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### The Assault Details
The attackers, whose identities remain unknown, launched their assault between Friday night and Saturday morning. According to Amnesty International Nigeria, the assailants locked numerous families in their bedrooms before setting the homes on fire. Dozens were injured, and several people are still missing. Amnesty International also highlighted the inadequate medical treatment provided to the wounded, raising serious humanitarian concerns.
### Background of Unrest in Benue
The state of Benue, located in Nigeria’s Middle Belt, has been a hotspot for violent clashes for years. This region, where the predominantly Muslim north meets the predominantly Christian south, has been plagued by religious and ethnic conflicts. The strife often revolves around agrarian disputes, with herdsmen and farmers clashing over scarce resources such as grazing fields and water access.
### Ongoing Conflict and Human Displacement
The competition for agricultural land and the limited availability of pasture have led to violent encounters between local farmers and nomadic herders, exacerbating the already tense intercommunal relationships. Research from SBM Intelligence indicates that since 2019, these conflicts have resulted in over 500 deaths and displaced approximately 2.2 million people in the region.
This recent attack underscores the ongoing challenges faced in Benue and similar regions, where disputes over land use and religious differences continue to fuel cycles of violence, leading to tragic losses and displacement of communities.
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