By Ndujihe Clifford Chiebuka
A devastating assault on Anyiin, Logo Local Government Area, Benue State, left at least 15 people dead and numerous others injured or missing on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.
Attack Details:
- Location: Anyiin, Logo Local Government Area, Benue State
- Time: 6:32 pm, Wednesday, October 30, 2024
- Perpetrators: Suspected armed herders (over 20) Casualties: 15+ dead, many injured, missing
According to community leader Joseph Anawah, the heavily armed attackers overwhelmed local security forces during the three-hour assault.
Victims Include:
- Orihundu Ati, retired Primary School Supervisor
- Zaki Mbatern, son of the Kindred Head of Mbawuave
- Son of former Chief of Staff to Logo Local Government Area chairman, Tordoo Suswam
- Son of Mr. Uyange Chembe, younger brother to the late District Head of Ukemberagya, Zaki John Chembe
Official Response:
Benue State Police Command spokesperson, Catherine Anene, had not received a report at the time of filing. However, Special Adviser to the Governor on Security and External Affairs, Col. Alex Igbaya (retd.), confirmed the incident without disclosing casualty figures.
Source: Punch
