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Gunmen attack Benue community, kill 4

Four people have been reportedly killed and eight others injured following an attack by gunmen on Abeda Shitile community in Gaambe-Tiev, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. The attack, which occurred on Tuesday at about 5pm, coincided with the community’s market day when traders and residents were preparing to leave the market. Witnesses said […]

An attack by gunmen left four people dead and eight injured in Abeda Shitile community, Gaambe-Tiev, within Logo Local Government Area of Benue State. The assault took place on Tuesday afternoon, around 5pm, coinciding with the community’s market day. Residents and traders were busy preparing to leave the market when sporadic gunshots erupted, causing panic among the population.

The attack began near the POS shop of Ernest Atindi Tor in Ikyô Tor Dukur area and quickly spread to the motor park along Afia Road. The victims identified as Msoo Chan, Pastor Terungwa Tyonungo, Suurshater Iornumbe, and Dodo Shingir have been taken to a morgue for identification. Eight others were also injured during the attack, and they are receiving medical treatment at a local healthcare facility.

Benue State Police Command spokesman, DSP Peter Aondongu, confirmed the incident to a correspondent, stating that three individuals were killed and three others were injured.

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