Driven by fear and desperation, the people of Torough community in Ukum Local Government Area of Benue State have resorted to selling their agricultural produce and livestock to meet the exorbitant ransom demand of N20 million imposed by bandits. The community faces imminent attacks if they fail to raise the colossal sum.

According to sources within the community, the militias have issued an ultimatum for the payment, compelling households to contribute a minimum of N50,000 each. The fear of …[CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING▶▶]