Over 200 lives have been lost in a brutal series of attacks on villages in Benue State, Nigeria—a tragedy that has triggered national and international outrage.
As reports continue to surface, many Nigerians are demanding justice and accountability for what is being described as a massacre.
Among those raising their voices are prominent Nigerian celebrities, who have used their platforms to spotlight the crisis, call out government inaction, and urge the public not to look away.
Here’s what some of Nigeria’s biggest stars are saying:
Mr Macaroni Calls Out the Government
Popular comedian and activist Mr Macaroni expressed deep anger on X (formerly Twitter):
“Over 200 Nigerians killed in Benue!!! 200 PEOPLE!!!!! I don’t think we understand the gravity of this barbarism! What exactly is the government doing?”
2Baba Grieves for His Home State
Benue-born singer 2Baba (Innocent Idibia) posted an emotional video on Instagram, saying:
“My heart is heavy. I’m terribly sad and angry. What is going on in my state, Benue? It’s becoming ridiculous. These things keep happening over and over again.”
MI Abaga Urges National Reflection
Rapper MI Abaga took to X to share a heartfelt message:
“The killings in Benue are not just statistics—they are our people, our communities being torn apart. We cannot normalize this cycle of violence.”
Kate Henshaw Demands an End to the Violence
Veteran actress Kate Henshaw, known for speaking out on national issues, reposted multiple tweets demanding urgent action:
“The killings in Benue State have to stop. Lives don’t mean a thing to these people?”
Emeka Nwagbaraocha Calls Out Media Silence
Far From Home actor Emeka Nwagbaraocha criticized what he called a media blackout:
“There’s a very strong, well-orchestrated information blackout going on. It’s scary how effective it’s been. We need to humanize the victims—these are people with real hopes and dreams.”
Ayra Starr Speaks After Backlash
Singer Ayra Starr, who was initially silent during the outrage, began amplifying posts detailing the horror:
“Children were slaughtered and burnt to ashes while sleeping. That video traumatised me. Yet some of you still defend this evil. Where is your soul?”
Odumodublvck Reacts in Shock
Rapper Odumodublvck shared his disbelief on X:
“What’s happening in Benue is insane. A woman lost her five kids. Na film?”
Olamide Offers a Prayer
Superstar rapper Olamide also lent his voice with a short but heartfelt message:
“Prayers up for Benue.”
