In a swift response to escalating violence, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has withdrawn corps members from a volatile community in Benue State following a deadly attack by suspected herders.
The announcement was made via the official X handle of Nigerian Stories, stating: “JUST IN: NYSC withdraws corps members from volatile Benue community after herders attack and killings.”
According to local sources, the attack left several residents dead, with homes razed and properties destroyed. The rising insecurity in parts of Benue State has been a growing concern, especially in rural communities frequently targeted by armed groups.
The NYSC’s decision underscores the urgent need to protect corps members deployed to the area, as the safety of young graduates serving under the national scheme remains a priority. This latest development raises fresh concerns over the security situation in Nigeria’s Middle Belt region, where clashes between herders and local farmers have led to repeated cycles of violence.
Authorities are yet to release an official statement on the attack or confirm the exact number of casualties. Meanwhile, security agencies have reportedly been deployed to restore order in the affected area.
As the crisis deepens, there are increasing calls for the federal and state governments to take decisive action in securing communities and preventing further bloodshed.
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