Incident
One dead, many missing in fresh herdsmen attacks on Benue communities Open
Category: Violent AttacksTime: 16 Jul 25, 01:33PM
Address: RVG6+PVQ, Acheche 970106, Benue, Nigeria
Source: Anonymous
Tragedy has struck Guma Local Government Area of Benue State following fresh attacks by armed herdsmen, leaving one person confirmed dead and several others missing. It was 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 calls to his phone were answered by an unknown herder, raising serious fears for his safety. However, the total number of casualties and missing persons is yet to be officially confirmed.