Nigerian, Benin militias kill 41 herders in border raid — Report

Punchng | 04-05-2026 12:36am |

A joint militia operation involving groups from Nigeria and Benin has resulted in the deaths of 41 Fulani herders during a border raid. The militias reportedly accused the herders of acting as informants for the Ansaru group, a designated terrorist organization. The incident has raised concerns regarding security and inter-communal relations in the region, highlighting ongoing tensions along the Nigeria-Benin border. Further investigations are expected to clarify the circumstances surrounding the raid and its implications for local communities.

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