Benue MACBAN Chairman, Son Killed After Peace Meeting in Otukpo, Police Yet To Confirm Details
The Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, Alhaji Ardo Risku, and his son were killed by gunmen in Benue State. The attack occurred while they were returning from a peace meeting, further highlighting the ongoing insecurity in the region.
Why it matters
This incident underscores the persistent and volatile conflict between farmers and herders in Nigeria, which continues to threaten regional stability and peace-building efforts.
A source familiar with the incident told SaharaReporters on Friday that the victims were attacked near Ahimeni in the Okodu area while travelling back from the peace meeting.
The report relies on source accounts and police statements without injecting editorial opinion, maintaining a factual reporting style.
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