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Gunmen attack Benue community, kill 3

At least three people have been killed in a fresh attack by armed men on Tse-Ikyem community of Ukemberagya Gaambetiev District in LGA of Benue State.

Residents told our correspondent that the attack which happened around 4pm on Saturday left many other residents wounded.

A community leader, who preferred not to be named, said, “On 29th October, 2022, around 4pm, armed herders attacked and murdered Mr Solomon Ukoom, Mrs Eunice Torkwase Joe Kpei and Mr Mfeseer Iorbume.”

He added that many people were wounded during the attack at the same spot where two people were murdered last Sunday.

The police commd’s spokesperson, SP Catherine Anene, confirmed the attack, but said two persons were killed.

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