The Tiv Youth Organisation (TYO) in Nasarawa State has claimed that four of their people have been allegedly killed in attacks in communities in Doma, Obi and Keana local government areas of the state.
The organisation’s president, Mr. Isaiah Audu, disclosed this during a briefing with journalists on Monday in Lafia.
He gave the names of the affected communities to include Dooga Ayande of Dooka ward in Doma Local Government Area (LGA), Antsa of Kwara ward in Keana LGA, and Tse Yange of Tudun Adabu ward in Obi LGA.
He said that over 2000 farmers of Tiv extraction were displaced from the affected area following the attacks.
“We gather today with heavy hearts to condemn the recent spate of violent attacks on innocent Tiv farmers by herders in Nasarawa State. These senseless and brutal killings have left families traumatised, communities shattered, and a palpable sense of fear gripping our rural populace.
“The latest incidents, that occurred on Thursday,13th June, 2025 and Sunday, 15th June, 2025, at Dooga Ayande of Dooka ward in Doma LGA, Antsa of Kwara ward in Keana LGA, and Tse Yange of Tudun Adabu ward in Obi LGA, among other isolated cases, resulted in the tragic loss of Mr Terfa Tswabee, Mr Sham Kyodo and Zaki Kwaghtagher Ordue and numerous injuries. We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the victims and pray for the speedy recovery of those injured.
“We are deeply saddened because these acts of violence being perpetrated by herders on aboriginal Tiv farmers of Nasarawa state are not only reprehensible but also a direct assault on the core values of unity, peaceful co-existence and progress that the Tiv people of Nasarawa State have from time in memorial, contributed towards achieving,” he explained.
While appreciating the state government’s efforts in tackling the menace, he urged it to address the underlying issues leading to the unwanted attacks.
“We call on the relevant authorities to: Conduct a thorough investigation into these attacks to identify and bring perpetrators to justice; implement measures to prevent the recurrence of conflicts, including stationing security personnel within the endangered areas of Tiv communities; provide support and compensation to affected families.
“We also urge all stakeholders, including traditional leaders, community representatives, and civil society organisations, to promote peace and understanding.
“Above all, the Tiv people of Nasarawa State deserve to live without fear of violence because we are not at war with either Fulanis or any other tribe. We shall therefore continue to advocate for the rights and safety of our citizens,” he stated.
