KILLINGS: YOWICAN North-East Condemns Binnari Killings, Urges Tinubu to Strengthen Security.

By Jako Keke [Jalingo Times] October 28, 2026.

The Youth Wing of the Christian Association of Nigeria (YOWICAN), North-East Zone, has condemned the killing of innocent youths and women in Binnari village, Karim Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, calling on the Federal Government to strengthen security deployment in the affected communities.

The zonal chairman, Evangelist Dr Jesse Ephesian, made the call while speaking to newsmen in Jalingo, the Taraba State capital, expressing concern over the recurring attacks despite several peace dialogues and government interventions.

Ephesian commended Taraba State Governor, Dr Agbu Kefas, for his efforts to improve security and provide relief to victims of the attacks. However, he urged the state government to address the underlying causes of the crisis and implement lasting measures to prevent further loss of lives.

He also appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene by strengthening security deployment in Binnari and other affected communities to restore peace and protect innocent residents from further attacks.

The YOWICAN North-East chairman extended the organisation’s condolences to families who lost loved ones and others affected by the violence, praying for comfort for the bereaved and eternal rest for the deceased.

He further called on youths and community members to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements to the appropriate security agencies, while urging all parties involved in the conflict to embrace peace, dialogue and mutual understanding.

Ephesian expressed hope that concerted efforts by the federal and state governments, security agencies and community stakeholders would help restore lasting peace to Taraba State and Nigeria.

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