‎Some suspects arrested and linked to the killings in Yelwata, a town in Benue State, are set to be arraigned on Monday, the 2nd of February.
‎They will be arraigned before Justice Joyce Abdul-Malik of the Federal High Court, Abuja.
‎In a statement on Sunday, the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice assured the country that justice will be ensured in the matter, sending a strong signal to enemies of the country acting under any disguise.
‎The statement made by Kamarudeen Ogundele, the Special Assistant to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu was committed to the protection of the lives and properties of all as enshrined in the constitution
‎According to him, this comes after a painstaking investigation and partnership by government agencies
‎In June 2025, gunmen attacked the Yelwata community of Guma Local Government Area of Benue State, killing scores and leaving hundreds displaced.
Edited by Favour Owonibi.