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BREAKING: One feared dead, many missing as herdsmen attack Benue villages
Tragedy has struck Guma Local Government Area of Benue State following fresh attacks by armed Fulani herdsmen, leaving one person confirmed dead and several others feared missing.
IDOMA VOICE gathered that the attackers invaded Tsekar village in Ukohol, Nyiev Council Ward, where a resident identified as Mr. Tyough William was killed.
In a related development, the armed herdsmen reportedly ambushed a group of Tiv travelers along the Yogbo-Gungu Aze road. The victims were said to be returning from Yogbo to Ortese Community when the assailants struck.
According to local sources, one of the travelers, Mr. Udam Dogo, is still missing. Concern grew among relatives when attempts to reach him by phone were answered by an unknown herder, raising serious fears for his safety.
However, the total number of casualties and missing persons has not yet been officially confirmed.
When contacted, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP. Udeme Edet, said she was not aware of the incident at the time of the report.
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