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8 killed, two missing, others injured in another deadly herdsmen attack in Benue community

8 killed, two missing, others injured in another deadly herdsmen attack in Benue community

 

Less than 24 hours after 7 bodies of victims of the Abagena IDP Camp attack were laid to rest, suspected Fulani Herdsmen Militias have attacked Tse Ancha, a community close to the Abagena IDP Camp.

Confirming the incident, Special Adviser to the Governor on Security, Col. Paul Hembah and the Chairman, Makurdi Local Government Council, Hon. Anthony Idyegeh said eight bodies were recovered while five were badly injured and are receiving treatment at the Benue State University Teaching Hospital, Makurdi.

The chairman while condemning the attacks on innocent people of Benue State also called on security agencies to stand up to their duties of securing the live and property of the people.

An ATM Card bearing one Audullayi Sabo allegedly belonging to of the attackers was picked at the scene of the attack with life and empty bullets.

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