Gunmen suspected to be Fulani herders attacked the Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, killing at least seven people in a renewed act of violence.
The assailants targeted a commercial vehicle between Arufu and Chembe villages, shooting at passengers. Later, they invaded Mchia community, where seven more people were killed, and several others were reported missing.
Anawah Joseph, a community leader, revealed that the attackers laid ambush on the road, targeting the commercial vehicle and later launching an assault on Mchia, resulting in the tragic loss of lives.
The Chairman of the local government, Rev Adagbe Jonathan, confirmed the incident, stating that seven persons were killed, and efforts were underway to locate missing individuals.
The motive behind the attack is suspected to involve armed Fulani herders collaborating with Jukun militias. The local authorities are coordinating with law enforcement to address the situation and provide support to the affected community.
