News

20 Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Agatu, Benue State

20 Killed As Suspected Herdsmen Attack Agatu, Benue State

No fewer than 20 people were in the early hours of Sunday killed by suspected herdsmen in Okokolo village, Agatu LGA of Benue State.

The attackers, GISTLOVER gathered, also burnt down several houses and valuables.

It was also gathered that corpses of some persons were yet to be found.

The Caretaker Chairman of Agatu Local Government area Council, Hon Usman Alilu, who confirmed the development, said he had directed soldiers to the troubled area.

“We are on top of the situation now I’m Ikwulono, thanks for your genuine concern and your tireless efforts,” the Agatu Caretaker Chairman said.

One Mrs Mary Adakonye, a Health Worker, sustained bullet wounds and has been rushed to hospitals for medical attention.

As of the time of this report, those confirmed dead included:

  1. Mr Baba Odoje
  2. Mr Shaidu Magaji (a retired military man).
  3. Mr Oloche Obiabo (Kaddo).
  4. Mr Adehi Imaikwu
  5. Mr Maji Baba
  6. Ngbede Ibrahim (Ejeh-Akpabana son)
  7. Bello-Gene-Galih
  8. Mr Ekoja (Olundo’s husband)
  9. Adams Dogara (Pst. Dogara’s son)
  10. Late Francis Idu wife and her two Children (their names not mentioned)
  11. Ogado
  12. Godwin Color
  13. Musa Adanu (Alhaji-Nasouta’s Father)
  14. Ada-Gobi

Recent Posts

Singer Rema Debunks Claims Of Being Illuminati Member

Rema, discussed strange online rumors about himself in an interview with Rolling Stone. He has faced accusations of being part… Read More

9 hours ago

Donald Trump Caught Off Guard As Boom Mic Accidentally Strikes His Face

A video on social media shows a surprising incident involving the US President during a press briefing. The event took… Read More

9 hours ago

Isaac Fayose Gives N500k To Asake’s Father

Isaac Fayose comments on the controversy surrounding singer Asake and his father. Emphasizes the importance of kindness and compassion in… Read More

9 hours ago

“I’m Tired Of Dating”- Nigerian Lady Asks Her Mother To Find Her A Husband

A Nigerian woman is seeking an unconventional method for finding a life partner by allowing her mother to choose a… Read More

9 hours ago

Opeyemi Famakin Called Out For Allegedly Wearing Fake Designer Eyewear

T20 Luxury, has accused food critic Opeyemi Famakin of wearing counterfeit Cartier eyewear. This accusation follows a previous incident where… Read More

11 hours ago

Bells University Expels First-Year Student For Assaulting Female Colleague

Bells University of Technology expelled a first-year student for physically attacking a female student. The attack was triggered after the… Read More

11 hours ago

This website uses cookies.