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From Dooshima Terkura, Makurdi
Gunmen suspected to be herdsmen have reportedly killed 11 persons in a renewed attack on Nyiev-ya communities in Kwande Local Government Area (LGA) of Benue state.
Our correspondent gathered that the incident took place on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 the people were celebrating Christmas with their loved ones.
A source from the community who preferred to remain anonymous said that “The terrorist herders came this afternoon (December 25), and invaded Ubutu and GSS Anwase, killing and burning houses.
“Daniel Jam’s son was killed by the terrorists. Pray for our community for God’s and Government intervention.”
The source said the killings in Tse Azege community, went on simultenuosly with the attack on Ityuluv, in Nyiev-ya community.
He said “If there is anything the chairman or the government will do, let it be fast. The news coming from Kwande is still not pleasant. The terrorist herders have continued with their onslaught against our people today, (December 26).
Confirming the incident, the President General of Mzough U Tiv, (MUT) Worldwide, CP Iorbee Ihagh rtd who hails from Kwande LGA said the Christmas day attack was unprovoked.
Ihagh said “11 people were reportedly killed during the attack on Kwande LGA yesterday.
“The attack was unprovoked but the attackers who were herdsmen invaded the communities and attacked the people. Many are still missing. Leaders of the affected communities have reported the attack at the police station.”
Also confirming the incident, Solomon Amande whose community was affected, said 11 persons were killed allegedly by a combined team of armed herders and militia groups.
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, (PPRO) Benue State Command, SP Catherine Anene said the command was yet to have details of the incident
