Crimes

Gunmen kill 5 in Benue

Gunmen have killed no fewer than five persons in Ayilamo, a village in the Logo Local Government Area of Benue State.

Confirming the incident on Wednesday, October 18, the Benue State Police Public Relations Officer, Sewuese Anene, disclosed that the victims were killed in an attack on Tuesday night.

“A few others sustained injuries,” Anene added.

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She said another attack occurred in Mbachohon community in Gwer-West Local Government, adding that the details of the incident were not available.

Unconfirmed reports indicated that six people were killed in the Mbachohon attack.

“The attacks are unfortunate; more security men are being deployed to the areas to restore peace,” the police spokesperson said.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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