M23 SAYS HUNDREDS OF BURUNDI SOLDIERS CAPTURED IN LATEST CONGO OFFENSIVE. (PHOTO).

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 M23 says hundreds of Burundi soldiers captured in latest Congo offensive The Rwanda-backed M23 group has captured hundreds of Burundian soldiers during its latest offensive in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, a rebel official said, as clashes continued despite a warning from the Trump administration. Last week M23 entered the strategic town of Uvira near the border with Burundi, less than a week after the presidents of Congo and Rwanda met in Washington with U.S. President Donald Trump and affirmed their commitment to a peace deal known as the Washington Accords. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Saturday that Rwanda's actions in eastern Congo violated the Washington Accords and vowed to "take action to ensure promises made to the President are kept". Rwanda denies supporting M23 and has blamed Congolese and Burundian forces for the renewed fighting. A United Nations group of experts report published in July said Rwanda exercised command and control over t...
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BENUE URGED TO HALT 'WAR AGAINST WITCHCRAFT' AMIDST RISING CONCERNS . (PHOTO).

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 BENUE URGED TO HALT 'WAR AGAINST WITCHCRAFT' AMIDST RISING CONCERNS 




Introduction: In a stark plea to the authorities of Benue state, the Advocacy for Alleged Witches has called for immediate action to prevent a potentially devastating event scheduled for this Sunday in Makurdi. The Rain of the Spirit Ministry plans to host a gathering titled “War Against Witchcraft,” igniting fears of incitement and violence against innocent individuals in the community.


Concerns Raised: The Advocacy for Alleged Witches has urgently appealed to law enforcement and government officials in Benue to intervene and shut down the planned event organized by Daudu(Jnr) at the Rain of the Spirit Ministry’s premises. According to a statement issued by the advocacy group, the event threatens to exacerbate witchcraft fears, stir panic, and potentially lead to breaches of peace within Benue communities.


Inflammatory Rhetoric: Daudu’s Facebook announcement of the event explicitly calls for a “war” against witchcraft, promising attendees liberation from alleged tormentors. Such rhetoric, the statement argues, not only perpetuates unfounded beliefs in witchcraft but also endangers the lives of innocent men, women, and children by stoking fear and inciting violence.


Legal and Human Rights Perspective: Leo Igwe, representing the Advocacy for Alleged Witches, highlighted the legal ramifications of such an event. He emphasized that witchcraft accusations are not recognized under Nigerian law and that imputations of witchcraft constitute criminal offenses. The advocacy group asserts that allowing the “War Against Witchcraft” to proceed would effectively sanction vigilante justice and undermine the rule of law.


Historical Context and Ongoing Abuses: Benue state has a troubling history of witchcraft-related abuses, where suspected witches often face brutal attacks, torture, and even murder. The Advocacy for Alleged Witches contends that these abuses persist due to a lack of enforcement of existing laws against witchcraft accusations and the impunity enjoyed by witch hunters like Daudu.


Call to Action: In light of these grave concerns, the Advocacy for Alleged Witches implores Benue state authorities to take decisive action to prevent the “War Against Witchcraft” and other manifestations of witch-hunting culture. They call for the enforcement of laws protecting citizens from witchcraft accusations and the prosecution of individuals inciting violence under the guise of religious or spiritual practices.


Conclusion: As the scheduled date approaches, the plea from the Advocacy for Alleged Witches serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need to safeguard human rights and uphold the rule of law in Benue state. The organization urges authorities to act swiftly to prevent further atrocities and protect vulnerable communities from the scourge of witchcraft-related violence.

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