A National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member, identified as Ben Agir Une, has lost his life following an alleged assault by a vigilante group in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State.
The incident, which took place on April 22, 2026, has sparked outrage and renewed concerns over the conduct of informal security groups in the state.
According to reports, the corps member was attacked and killed by members of a local vigilante outfit. Details surrounding what led to the assault remain unclear, but the death has already drawn an official response.
The Chairman of Buruku LGA has strongly condemned the killing, describing it as unacceptable. In a direct directive, he ordered the immediate prosecution of all suspects linked to the death of the NYSC member.
No official statement has been released yet by the NYSC state office or Benue State Government regarding the incident.
This tragic death adds to growing concerns about the safety of corps members serving in parts of the country, especially in communities where vigilante groups operate with little to no oversight.
As calls for justice mount, many are waiting to see whether the promised prosecution will be swift and transparent or whether this becomes another case of forgotten outrage.
