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Violence in Naka: Youths Burn Palace, Secretariat Over Killings in Benue
By Parrot Newspaper
Naka, Benue State—Tension gripped Naka town on Tuesday as angry youths set fire to the palace of Ter Nagi, Chief Daniel Abomtse, and parts of the Gwer West Local Government Secretariat in a violent protest over the killing of three operatives of the Benue Civil Protection Guards.
The unrest followed an attack by suspected armed herders in Garuwa community, where three security personnel were reportedly murdered. The bodies of the slain operatives were transported to Naka in the early hours of Tuesday, triggering outrage among residents and escalating into destruction.
Palace, Secretariat Razed as Protests Turn Violent
Eyewitnesses report that what started as a peaceful demonstration quickly spiraled into chaos, with enraged youths storming the Ter Nagi palace and the local government secretariat. They set both structures ablaze, expressing their frustration over continued attacks in the region.
Confirming the incident, the Chairman of Gwer West LGA, Victor Omirin, stated:
“Yes, they burned down the secretariat and the Ter Naka palace. Three Protection Guards were killed in Garuwa, so when their bodies were brought to Naka, it sparked protests from the youth, and hoodlums have now taken over the situation.”
Government, Police Yet to Respond
Efforts to reach the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, Catherine Anene, for comments were unsuccessful, as her phone was not connecting.
As of the time of this report, security agencies have yet to issue an official statement on the unrest, and it remains unclear what steps will be taken to restore calm in Naka.
Growing Insecurity in Benue
Benue State has been a hotspot for violent clashes between farmers and suspected armed herders, with repeated attacks leading to loss of lives and displacement of communities. The latest violence in Naka adds to a growing list of security concerns that have plagued the state in recent years.
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