By Ndujihe Clifford Chiebuka
A brutal assault by armed herdsmen has left at least 15 people dead and many injured in Anyiin, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State, Nigeria.
Attack Details
- Occurred Wednesday at 6:30 pm
- Perpetrated by over 200 heavily armed militia herdsmen
- Lasted approximately three hours
- Victims included retired Primary School Supervisor, Mr. Orihundu Ati, and relatives of prominent community leaders
Community Leader’s Account
Chief Joseph Anawa described the attack as a coordinated operation, stating: “The terrorists took residents unawares, surrounded the town, and shot sporadically…
People scampered for safety, only to run into their well-orchestrated ambush.”
Aftermath
- Multiple injuries reported
- Several persons declared missing
- Mass displacement, with neighboring communities seeking refuge in Anyiin
Calls for Action
Anawa urged federal and state governments to collaborate and revive the abandoned Mobile Police Barracks project to enhance security.
Official Response
- Logo LGA Council Chairman unavailable for comment
- Former Caretaker Chairman, Benjamin Uzenda, and ex-Councillor Jonathan Tyonongo confirmed the attack
- Police Public Relations Officer, SP Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident, promising further updates
This tragic event follows a similar attack three weeks prior in Ayilamo town, highlighting the ongoing security concerns in Benue State.
Source: Vanguard.