Gunmen Kill 30 in Benue State
Not less than 30 people are feared dead in a renewed clash between Fulani mercenaries and Agatu gamers in Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State.
The clash started early Saturday, and lasted till the evening. Seven communities were said to have been completely raided by the rampaging Fulani men.
Last Thursday, two communities were said to have been attacked by the Fulani in a raid that resulted in the killing of three persons, injuring of many others and displacement of about 6,000 people.
Of the latest report, a source noted that the Fulani mercenaries invaded the seven communities in a commando style, killing and maiming members of the communities.
The member representing the area in the state House of Assembly, Honourable Sule Audu, confirmed the invasion by the Fulani mercenaries to Nigerian Tribune.
He also said he could not ascertain the exact number of casualties.
The clash started early Saturday, and lasted till the evening. Seven communities were said to have been completely raided by the rampaging Fulani men.
Last Thursday, two communities were said to have been attacked by the Fulani in a raid that resulted in the killing of three persons, injuring of many others and displacement of about 6,000 people.
Of the latest report, a source noted that the Fulani mercenaries invaded the seven communities in a commando style, killing and maiming members of the communities.
The member representing the area in the state House of Assembly, Honourable Sule Audu, confirmed the invasion by the Fulani mercenaries to Nigerian Tribune.
He also said he could not ascertain the exact number of casualties.
Gunmen Kill 30 in Benue State
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