One person was killed and another seriously injured in an attack by suspected armed herders in the Tse Orhungul settlement near Yogbo, located in the Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening, causing tension in the community, according to Vanguard.

The Inspector General of Police, Tunji Disu, expressed concerns over potential violence ahead of the Osun State governorship election, noting that at least 20 people have reportedly been killed in recent months. Disu made these remarks during a meeting at the Osun State police headquarters, highlighting the need for heightened security measures as the election approaches.

The political climate in Osun State has become increasingly charged as the campaign councils of the two leading parties have accused each other of involvement in political killings. Both councils have urged Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun to take action ahead of the upcoming governorship election scheduled for August 15, according to Daily Post Politics.

A clash between the Kamuku and Fulani communities in Tashan Bako, Tegina, Niger state has resulted in multiple fatalities. Reports indicate that at least 20 people were killed, although police have confirmed 18 deaths. The situation is still developing as more information about the causes of the conflict emerges, according to Leadership.

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has assured the Plateau State Government of the federal government's commitment to restoring peace and security after a deadly attack on the Kawel community in Mushere District of Bokkos Local Government Area. This assurance was communicated by the Assistant Inspector-General of Police in charge of Zone 4 on Wednesday.

On Saturday, suspected armed bandits attacked farmers in Rinyan village, located in the Tahoss community of Riyom Local Government Area in Plateau State, resulting in the death of one female farmer and injuries to another, according to Vanguard.