7 killed in fresh attack on Benue community

At least seven people have been killed by armed invaders at Channel One, a border settlement in Ukemberagya/Tswarev Council Ward of Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. Witnesses said that several others were critically injured in what they described as a coordinated attack in the early hours of Sunday. They said that the attackers, […]

At least seven people have been killed by armed invaders at Channel One, a border settlement in Ukemberagya/Tswarev Council Ward of Logo Local Government Area of Benue State.
Witnesses said that several others were critically injured in what they described as a coordinated attack in the early hours of Sunday.
They said that the attackers, who invaded the community around 1am on motorcycles and armed with dangerous weapons, opened fire on residents, causing panic in the rural environment, even as many fled for their dear lives.
A community leader in Logo, Chief Joseph Anawah, said the victims were identified as Akor Gwakyaa, Msooter Gwakyaa, Aondoungwa Michael, Vershima Michael, Terna Michael, Msughter Terzungwe and one other whose name is not yet known.
Anawah said several others sustained severe injuries and were rushed to medical facilities in Anyiin, while at least seven people in critical condition were referred to Ugba, the headquarters of Logo LGA, for urgent treatment.
Chairman of Logo LGA, Clement Kav, confirmed the incident to journalists in Makurdi, saying, “They killed seven persons and injured four others.
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Benue command, DSP Udeme Edet, said she was not yet aware of the incident.