Gunmen Kill Four in Benue Community Attack

On Tuesday at approximately 5pm, gunmen attacked the Abeda Shitile community in Gaambe-Tiev, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, resulting in the deaths of four individuals and injuries to eight others. The attack coincided with the community's market day, leading to chaos as traders and residents attempted to flee.

Witnesses reported that the gunfire began near a POS shop owned by Ernest Atindi Tor and spread towards the motor park along Afia Road. The deceased were identified as Msoo Chan, Pastor Terungwa Tyonungo, Suurshater Iornumbe, and Dodo Shingir, with their remains taken to a local morgue.

The injured victims, including Kumater Awua, Miracle Gangera, Tsetim Terungwa, Iortyom Helen, Seember Aondongu, Kofi Aondosoo, Chuku Okoro, and Orker Iortyom, are receiving medical treatment. DSP Peter Aondongu, spokesman for the Benue State Police Command, confirmed the incident, although he reported a lower death toll of three individuals.