On Saturday, a mass burial was held for 15 victims of a July 28 attack in Otukpo, Benue State, Nigeria. The ceremony followed a violent incident that claimed the lives of the residents, marking a significant moment of mourning for the affected community.
Simultaneously, residents in other parts of Benue State have reported that armed bandits are imposing illegal levies on local farmers. These demands are reportedly being used as a condition for farmers to gain access to their own fields, further threatening the agricultural stability and security of the region.
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