Suspected herders kill six in Benue’s Otukpo area
At least six people have been killed by suspected armed herders in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State. Among the victims are a retired Warrant Officer, a former councillor, and four others. The attacks involved shootings, abductions, and looting of foodstuffs and valuables. Maxwell Ogri, Kennedy Angbo, and other local officials have confirmed the incidents and ongoing investigations.
What we know
- The killings occurred between Sunday and the early hours of Tuesday in Otukpo LGA.
- Victims include a retired Warrant Officer, Ochi Ugbabe (former councillor), Achibi Onah, Eje Eba, and Sunday Iruja.
- Suspected armed herders also abducted a woman and child and looted shops in the area.
- Community volunteers and security forces responded to attempted kidnappings and attacks.
- The police and Civil Protection Guards have been deployed, and investigations are ongoing.
