Two killed in renewed attacks on Benue community

Suspected armed herders reportedly killed two people in renewed attacks on several communities in the Apa Local Government Area of Benue State.

Locals informed reporters on Monday that the incident occurred on Sunday in the areas of Edikwu G’Icho, Ole-G’ijamu, and Ukpogo, where the attackers invaded the communities.

One local, who spoke with reporters via telephone in Makurdi, mentioned that a pastor returning from church was among those killed during the ambush.

Additionally, the local authorities alleged that two women were raped during the attacks, and the victims were rushed to a hospital where they are currently receiving treatment.

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It was reported that the youths in Oiji mobilized and successfully repelled the attackers, preventing further casualties.

Confirming the attacks, the Chairman of Apa LGA, Adams Ocheiga, stated that two individuals were killed during the incident. According to Ocheiga, the victims were ambushed and murdered on Sunday in Edikwu Ward 11.

He said, “Two people were ambushed and killed at Edikwu Ward 11 yesterday, while Oiji was attacked this morning but repelled immediately by vigilant youths.”

Efforts to get the Police Public Relations Officer, for the state command, DSP Udeme Edet were not successful as calls made to her cellphone rang out, she did not also respond to text messages sent to her as of the time of filing this report.