The horrific murders in Benue State have been denounced by the Labour Party, which has also demanded that security troops be sent immediately to communities in danger throughout North Central Nigeria.
The party’s National Caretaker Committee, headed by Senator Nenadi Usman, called the attacks “a fresh wave of senseless killings” and called for an extensive investigation and prompt prosecution of those responsible, irrespective of their social standing or connections.
The interim National Chairman bemoaned the loss of more than 100 lives, including women, children, displaced people, and security officers, as well as the extensive devastation of houses and livelihoods in a statement issued on Monday.
“These victims were not just statistics. They were human beings—innocent lives violently cut short.
“Children who deserved protection were butchered. Mothers who should be nurturing families were buried in mass graves. Fathers defending their homes were mercilessly slain,” Usman said.
“The burning of homes, ambushes on security forces, and repeated targeting of displaced persons are painful reminders of the government’s continued failure to protect its citizens,” the LP leader said in his condemnation of the degree of violence.
“The bloodshed in Benue should shake every conscience in this country.
“This is not just a local tragedy—it is a national shame. The helplessness of the displaced and the boldness of the attackers reveal a dangerous vacuum in leadership and accountability,” she said.
The party demanded a strong humanitarian response to the disaster, including the supply of food, shelter, healthcare, and trauma assistance for survivors, in addition to military action.
Usman cautioned that delay and quiet simply give the offenders more confidence, and he asked Nigerians to go beyond “routine condemnations” and demand tangible action.
“To the grieving families, I mourn with you as a mother. To the children now orphaned, the women widowed, and the shattered communities—you are not alone. Your pain echoes across this nation. Your cry for justice will not go unheard,” she vowed.
The Labour Party pledged to continue advocating for policies that prioritise the safety and dignity of all Nigerians, especially those in rural and conflict-prone communities.
“Nigeria cannot continue like this. Enough is enough,” Usman said.
