Nigerian government to arraign suspects in Benue state killings
The Nigerian Government has confirmed that suspects linked to the recent killings in Yelwata, a town in Benue State, will be formally arraigned in court on Monday, February 2, 2026.
Penpushing reports that the Special Assistant to the President on Communication and Publicity in the Office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice Kamarudeen Ogundele disclosed this in a statement.
The Special Assistant explained that the arraignment is the culmination of a thorough investigation carried out in collaboration with multiple government agencies.
“Some suspects arrested and strongly linked to the killings in Yelwata, a town in Benue State, will be arraigned tomorrow (Monday, February 2) to answer for their crimes”, the statement read.
Penpushing further reports that Ogundele stated that the suspects would face trial at Federal High Court in Abuja, Federal Capital Territory (FCT) before Justice Joyce Abdul-Malik, explaining that the investigation into the killings was painstaking, reflecting the seriousness with which the government treats attacks on citizens.
The government emphasised its commitment to delivering justice and sending a clear message to those who perpetrate violence under any guise, with assurance to ensure that justice is served
‘The office of the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice wishes to assure Nigerians that Justice will be ensured in the matter to send a strong signal to the enemies of the country, acting under any disguise.”
Penpushing also reports that the statement equally reaffirmed the administration of President Bola Tinubu’s dedication to protecting lives and property across Nigeria as enshrined in the constitution
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