Benue youths protest killings and halt political activities
Angry youths in Benue South have staged a protest, demanding urgent intervention over ongoing killings in their communities. The demonstrators disrupted political activities and blocked a major highway in Apa Local Government Area. They carried placards and a coffin, voicing their refusal to allow elections while violence persists. The protesters allege that repeated attacks by suspected armed herdsmen and other criminals have made the area unsafe.
What happened
- Youths protested during the All Progressives Congress primaries in Benue South, calling for action against ongoing killings.
- The protest took place in Apa Local Government Area, where a major highway was barricaded, disrupting movement and political events.
- Demonstrators carried a coffin and placards, chanting “No election” and demanding security before any political activities continue.
- Protesters claim the security situation has worsened due to repeated attacks by suspected armed herdsmen and other criminal groups.
- One protester declared, “Apa is bleeding, we are saying no to election.”
