Teargas Erupts as Police Clash with Protesters in Benue

Individuals protesting in black attire brandished signs as they took to the streets, seeking accountability and swift intervention from both state and federal authorities.

On Sunday, police in Nigeria resorted to teargas to break up a large gathering of furious demonstrators who were voicing their anger over the killing of more than 200 people in Yelewata, situated in the Guma Local Government Area.

The demonstrators, clad in black and holding signs, filled the streets, urging justice and prompt measures from the government at both the state and federal levels.

Their voices echoed with sorrow and indignation as they denounced the ongoing violence believed to be perpetrated by armed herders.

What began as a peaceful protest swiftly descended into chaos when security forces deployed teargas in an attempt to disperse the crowd.

Observers recounted a scene of turmoil and fear, with protesters fleeing for safety, leading to injuries in the panic that ensued.