Fulani Man Threatens Benue Residents Over MACBAN Leader's Death

An unidentified Fulani man has threatened the residents of Benue State in a video that surfaced online, following the killing of Alhaji Ardo Risku, the Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN). The speaker expressed that it would have been better to kill the President than to kill Risku, emphasizing the significant role the late chairman played in preventing violent clashes and promoting peace between Fulani herders and local communities.

The threat was made during a peace meeting convened by the Division Police Officer (DPO) in Ohimini Local Government Area, aimed at addressing ongoing security concerns involving farmers and Fulani herders. The speaker warned that the people of Benue would regret their actions, labeling the killing of Risku as the greatest mistake.

The video has sparked widespread concern online, with calls for urgent action from law enforcement agencies to identify the speaker and prevent further escalation of tensions in the state.