Benue State in Mourning: Gruesome Attack Sparks Outcry
In recent Nigeria news, the Otobi-Akpa community in the Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State grapples with shock and grief following a brutal attack by suspected armed herdsmen. The assailants, reportedly in large numbers, unleashed terror on the community on Tuesday night, leaving at least 11 dead. The attack, which lasted over three hours without security intervention, devastated the area, leading to widespread displacement. Source: DAILY POS
Local lawmaker Hon. Agbo Kennedy termed the tragedy in Otukpo as "horrific" during an interview with Channels TV. He expressed deep distress over victims’ ages and the brutality experienced during the onslaught. With the body count rising and the community in disarray, there are urgent pleas for federal intervention from key figures, emphasizing the need for heightened security and government support. Meanwhile, as Abuja news circuits cover the development, the lack of immediate security response remains a point of concern.
- Key Takeaways:
- Over 11 bodies were recovered following the attack on Otobi-Akpa.
- Residents were left unprotected for over three hours.
- The call for urgent federal intervention is paramount.
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