Suspected Herdsmen Attack, Kill 36 People In Benue Community

About 36 residents of Shikaan Mbagena Kpav community in Katsina-Ala Local Government Area of Benue State have been reportedly killed by armed men suspected to be Fulani militias

The incident was said to have occurred on Thursday night when the armed men invaded the community and slaughtered scores.

According to a source, 36 bodies have been recovered while scores are still missing after the attack.

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It was also gathered that some students of the College of Education in Katsina-Ala were also killed.

When contacted by newsmen, the State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Anene Sewuese Catherine said she was yet to receive the report.

“I have not received this report from officers on ground yet,” she said.

The development has stimulated outrage in social media as users resorted to using the hashtag #BenueUnderAttack.

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