In a tragic turn of events, the Mbacher community in Benue State's Katsina-Ala Local Government Area was attacked by gunmen suspected to be bandits on Friday night, resulting in the deaths of 18 villagers.
The assault occurred at approximately 11 p.m., defying the state's curfew.
Local sources informed our correspondent that the bandits infiltrated the community despite the curfew imposed by Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia. The curfew, which restricts movement from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., was implemented two weeks ago in response to a violent protest in the Ukum Local Government Area.
The Sankera axis, encompassing Katsina-Ala, Ukum, and Logo, has been a persistent hotspot for criminal activity. This recent attack underscores the ongoing security challenges faced by the region and the urgent need for effective measures to protect the lives and properties of its residents.
Governor Alia's administration has yet to issue a statement regarding the incident, but the community mourns the loss of their loved ones and calls for heightened security to prevent future tragedies.
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