UN Secretary-General António Guterres has condemned the attacks perpetrated over the weekend in Benue, North Central Nigeria, in which scores of civilians were killed.
Guterres said those responsible for the violence should be apprehended.
According to news reports, dozens of people were killed while they slept, and several displaced, following brutal attacks on the village of Yelewata.
President Bola Tinubu has also condemned the ongoing violence in Benue and called on all leaders and residents to embrace peace, love, and mutual understanding. And will travel to the state on Wednesday as part of renewed efforts to foster peace and address the persistent conflict affecting communities in the state.
During his visit, he is expected to meet with stakeholders, including traditional and political rulers, religious, community leaders, and youth groups, to seek lasting solutions to the hostilities.
The President extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and to all those who have suffered losses as a result of the crisis.
