Three killed as suspected herders invade Benue community
Three people, including a woman, were killed on Saturday when suspected herders attacked Tse Ikyem, a community in the Logo Local Government Area of Benue State.
A report from the area said the herders invaded the community around 4pm.
The deceased were identified as Mr Solomon Ukoom, Mrs Eunice Kpei and Mr Mfeseer Iorbume
A community leader, Joseph Anawah, said, “On October 29, 2022, around 4pm, armed herdsmen attacked and murdered Mr Solomon Ukoom, Mrs Eunice Torkwase Joe Kpei and Mr Mfeseer Iorbume. Many were wounded.
“The attack was carried out at Tse Ikyem around Anawah settlement, the same spot where two people were murdered on Sunday, October 23, 2022.”
The state police command spokesperson, SP Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident.
(Punch)
