In the center of Niger, in the Benue state, armed attacks claimed the lives of at least 56 people last week, reported a representative from the governor's office. This significantly exceeds earlier available information about 17 fatalities. Unfortunately, the violence shows no signs of stopping, and the situation remains tense.
One of the eyewitnesses of the attacks described horrific scenes: "We saw people die right in front of our eyes. It was horrifying and unthinkable." Local residents live in fear and demand that authorities take urgent measures to ensure their safety.
Local authorities have initiated an investigation to identify and hold accountable all those involved in these horrific attacks. However, residents call for more effective measures aimed at preventing similar tragedies in the future.
