Several lives were reportedly lost following a deadly attack on Yelewata community in Benue State on the night of Friday, June 13.
According to eyewitness accounts, suspected armed herdsmen stormed the community around 10 p.m., unleashing violence that left many residents dead and at least 16 others injured.
While the exact number of casualties remains unconfirmed, security agencies have launched an investigation into the incident.
In response to a distress call from the area, personnel of the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) were deployed. However, they were ambushed in Daudu while on their way to Yelewata.
Tragically, two soldiers and one NSCDC officer lost their lives in the ambush.
“These brave men paid the ultimate price in service to our people. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten,” a resident of the community said.
