Protests Erupt in Benue Over Herdsmen Attacks as Residents Flee for Safety
Thousands of enraged residents took to the streets in Benue State, protesting the escalating wave of herdsmen attacks and kidnappings in the region. The demonstrators, chanting “We no go gree!” blocked major roads, demanding urgent intervention from the government and security agencies to curb the rising insecurity.
One of the protesters, Daniel Oche, described the frequent attacks as a “constant recurrence.” According to Daily Post, he also alleged that electricity is always cut off in the community before each assault.
Meanwhile, in Olena community, Asa, Otukpo Local Government Area, terrified residents have fled their homes following four consecutive days of attacks by suspected herdsmen. Several people have been killed, and many others abducted in the relentless siege.
A resident who managed to escape with his family confirmed that villagers were forced to flee late Monday night after realizing no help was forthcoming. “I am currently in Upu. I escaped with my family this night. At the moment, we have all vacated our community. Olena has been under attack for days now,” he recounted.
The fleeing resident lamented that the attackers operated unchallenged, leaving the community in a state of fear and despair. “They have killed and kidnapped several people. We have been crying for help, but no security agents have come to our rescue. I barely managed to escape with my life and my family tonight. Olena is under serious attack as we speak,” he added.
Residents continue to call on authorities for urgent intervention as fear grips communities across the region.
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