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The ongoing attacks by herders in Kaambe, Guma local government area of Benue state Nigeria, have had a devastating impact on the people living in the area. These attacks have not only caused physical harm but have also created a significant economic impact, leading to an increase in poverty among the people. One of the most significant effects of the herders' attack is that many children are unable to go to school because their parents cannot afford the fees. The attack has caused a significant reduction in the available resources, and many families struggle to make ends meet. Parents are forced to choose between feeding their families and sending their children to school, and many have opted for the former. The herders' attack has also affected the children who are in higher institutions of learning. Many parents are unable to take good care of their children, who are in universities and other higher institutions, because of the crisis. The financial burden of the crisis...

Chris had been crushing on Mercy since their first year at Benue State University. He had noticed her beautiful gap teeth and her infectious smile, and he couldn't help but be drawn to her. Chris had always been shy, and he had never mustered up the courage to ask Mercy out, despite his intense feelings for her. One day, in their first year, Chris finally decided to take the plunge and ask Mercy out. He had rehearsed the words over and over again in his head, and when he finally approached her, his heart was beating so fast he thought it might burst out of his chest. "Mercy, I've been meaning to tell you something," Chris said, his voice barely above a whisper. "I was wondering if you'd like to go out with me?" Mercy smiled kindly at Chris but shook her head. "I'm sorry, Chris. I don't think that would be a good idea," she said. Chris was crushed. He couldn't understand why Mercy didn't feel the same way he did. He spent t...

Once upon a time, there was a girl named Sarah. She was smart, ambitious, and had big dreams for herself. She always knew what she wanted and was not afraid to go after it. One day, she met a guy named John. John was charming, good-looking, and had big dreams of his own. He was trying to make it as a musician and was always talking about his passion for music. John and Sarah started dating, and for a while, everything was great. They enjoyed each other's company, had fun together, and talked about their dreams and aspirations. However, as John's music career started to take off, things between them started to change. John became more focused on his music and less interested in spending time with Sarah. He started neglecting her and their relationship, and Sarah started to feel like she was not a priority in his life. She tried talking to him about it, but he always brushed her off, saying that he was just busy and needed to focus on his music. One day, Sarah had enough. She...

Domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence, is a serious and pervasive issue affecting individuals and families around the world. It refers to any physical, emotional, sexual, or psychological abuse that occurs within a domestic setting, such as between spouses, partners, family members, or roommates. The effects of domestic violence can be devastating and long-lasting, leading to physical injuries, emotional trauma, and even death. Victims of domestic violence may experience a range of negative consequences, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance abuse, and difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. There are many different types of domestic violence, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, and financial abuse. Physical abuse involves the use of force to cause harm, such as hitting, slapping, kicking, or choking. Sexual abuse refers to any unwanted sexual contact or activity, including rape, forced sodomy...

The recent spate of attacks on farmers by herdsmen in Benue state has become a major concern not only for the people of Benue but also for the country as a whole. These attacks have led to the loss of lives, property, and a breakdown of social order. The situation has gotten so dire that the government has had to declare a state of emergency in the affected areas. The herders' attack on farmers in Benue is not a new phenomenon. It has been going on for several years now, and efforts to bring an end to it have not yielded any significant results. The root cause of the conflict is the struggle for land resources. The farmers need the land to cultivate their crops, while the herders need it for their cattle to graze. The conflict has been exacerbated by the fact that the herders are mostly from different ethnic groups than the farmers, which has led to accusations of ethnic cleansing. To find a way out of this crisis, there needs to be a multi-faceted approach that addresses th...

Widowhood in Nigeria can be a challenging and difficult experience, especially in rural areas where cultural practices and traditions still play a significant role in daily life. This is particularly true in Benue State, where widows face a range of problems that can leave them feeling helpless and alone. However, there are ways out of widow enslavement in Benue State, and communities can play a vital role in supporting widows to regain their independence and overcome the challenges they face. One of the most significant challenges widows face in Benue State is the loss of their husband's property and assets. In many cases, their in-laws take over the property, leaving them without any means of support. This is often done in the name of tradition, but it is also a way of taking advantage of vulnerable women who are struggling to cope with the loss of their partner. To address this issue, the government of Benue State has introduced laws that protect the property rights of w...

I had lost my father not up to a week, the wound was still fresh and the pain was as that of a drop of pepper in one's eyes. I had not been in that condition before. Borrowing from the words of queen Elizabeth I can say it was indeed an anus horribies for me. My mood and that of a ram on salah morning was not too different. I had sat in the living room trying to draft burial programme, my mom was in the bedroom when two women knocked the door to console her. Both of them were widows, I had alarmed my mother in her bedroom that people were looking for her, then I excused them in the living room to the visitors' bedroom. That was because there was a table and some rubber chairs in the room that I could sit and rest my book on to draft the burial programme. I had not intended to eavedropped, never! I was so focused on what I was doing, then one of the women began to talk to my mother as I eavedropped. "I am not here to condole you, I have lost my husband years...

Just as the power of a broom stick lies in its numbers so is the progress of University and Industry lies mostly in their linkage. I believe my point is self-explanatory! Let us progress by explaining the key words in the theme which are ‘developing’, ‘link’, ‘university’ as well as ‘industry’. The word "developing" is a growing change for betterment in both humans, cultural, socio-economic, organization, individual and the society. The word "Link" is a relationship between two parties especially where one affects the other. University is a higher learning institution that brings men and women to a high level of intellectual development in the arts and science, and in the traditional professional disciplines, and promotes high-level research. It also signifies a community of persons engaged in study and research. Industry on the other hand as said by Michael Porter in 1979 is a group of competitors producing substitutes that are close enough that the behavior of an...

The name "uzagir" is a mispelt Tiv word of "uzagigh" it is one of the most practices of sexual immoralities discovered recently in makurdi the Benue state capital in the late 2022. Though the practice exist long ago before its name was discovered. It is the act of having sexual affair with aged women to ease cost, run from responsibilities or gain unfair advantages. When talked about Uzagir we are generally referring to aged women who are no longer in their 30s. As rightly said by Egyptian Ciro a popular Tiv singer: Uzagir mba a ver ver yol ga! This means Uzagir do not have problem, unlike the slay queens Uzagir will not complain that their gas has finished, Uzagir will not ask for urgent 2k, Uzagir will not ask you to subscribe for them, Uzagir will not ask for Shawama, pizza, birthday gifts, Valentine's gifts, Easter Money nor clothes, and above all Uzagir go as far as feeding and clothing their partners. What give birth to the practice of Uzagir? B...