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Pastor and three others lose their lives as gunmen assault Benue market
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At least 4 folks, together with a pastor, have misplaced their lives, whereas eight others sustained various levels of accidents after suspected armed herdsmen attacked Abeda Shitle group in Gaambe-Tiev, Logo Local Government Area of Benue State.
The assault reportedly occurred on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 at about 5pm in the course of the group’s market day, as merchants and residents have been getting ready to return house.
A group chief, who spoke on situation of anonymity, stated the attackers invaded the realm and opened hearth on residents, inflicting panic and confusion.
According to the supply, the gunmen operated for greater than two hours, forcing residents to flee for security as sporadic gunshots rang out throughout the group.
“The attack was suspected to be carried out by armed herders and started around 5pm when traders and other residents were preparing to leave the market. Suddenly, we heard heavy gunshots, and people began running in different directions to escape,” the group chief stated.
He defined that the attackers reportedly started their operation round a POS store owned by one Ernest Atindi Tor, situated within the Ikyô Tor Dukur space, earlier than extending their assault in the direction of the motor park alongside Afia Road.
“It was a terrifying expertise for the folks. The gunmen moved from one location to a different, taking pictures indiscriminately. The assault lasted for over two hours, and several other folks have been caught up within the incident.
“Four persons were confirmed dead in the attack. They were identified as Msoo Chan, Pastor Terungwa Tyonungo, Suurshater Iornumbe and Dodo Shingir,” he added.
He disclosed that their stays have been recovered and deposited at a mortuary within the space.
“Eight different individuals who sustained accidents in the course of the incident have been recognized as Kumater Awua, Miracle Gangera, Tsetim Terungwa, Iortyom Helen, Seember Aondongu, Kofi Aondosoo, Chuku Okoro and Orker Iortyom.
“The injured victims are currently receiving medical attention at a health facility in the area.”
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