Five Farmers Killed in Benue Attack
Analysis based on 7 articles · First reported Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated Jan 08, 2026
The attacks in Nigeria — Benue State, particularly in Nigeria — Kwande, threaten food security due to disrupted harvest activities and displacement of farmers, potentially leading to higher food prices and supply chain issues. The ongoing violence and perceived government inaction could deter investment in the agricultural sector in Nigeria.
Suspected armed herders killed five farmers in the Udeku Maav-Ya community in Nigeria — Kwande, on Tuesday evening while residents were harvesting yams and bambara nuts. The attack, confirmed by Tersua Yarkwan, Chairman of Nigeria — Kwande, and Akerigba Lawrence, a former supervisory councillor, caused significant tension and disrupted community activities. The area, a vulnerable border local government sharing an international boundary with Cameroon, faces ongoing security challenges due to its rugged terrain. This incident is part of a pattern of violence in Nigeria — Benue State, raising concerns about food security, livelihoods, and the effectiveness of security operations in Nigeria.
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