At Least 70 Tiv Christians Feared Killed in Renewed Attacks in Taraba State
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At least 70 members of the predominantly Christian Tiv ethnic group are feared dead following coordinated attacks on multiple communities in Chanchanji Council Ward of Takum Local Government Area, Taraba state, in northeastern Nigeria. Local sources told Benue Info-pedia that the attacks occurred simultaneously across several villages, overwhelming residents and leaving widespread casualties. Survivors reported that homes were set ablaze, food stores destroyed, and personal belongings looted, forcing many families to flee into surrounding bushes and neighboring communities for safety. Community leaders said at least 35 churches were vandalized during the violence.
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