Two communities in Benue State came under deadly attacks on Friday afternoon as suspected terrorists masquerading as herdsmen killed nine farmers.
The attacks occurred in Ayilamo, located in Tombo ward of Logo Local Government Area, and in Jato-Acka, Kwande Local Government Area.
Eyewitnesses said over 20 armed terrorists stormed Jato-Acka in broad daylight, shooting indiscriminately.
Six residents were killed on the spot.
The attackers later moved to Ayilamo through the Ikyungwa axis, where they killed three more people, including an officer of the state’s Livestock Guard.
A community leader, Tyovenda Igyutu, told newsmen that Ayilamo could have been completely overrun if not for the swift response of soldiers and police operatives.
Also confirming the incident, a youth leader in Jato-Acka, Lawrence Akerigba, said: “The invaders came around 4 p.m., shot several people, and set houses ablaze.
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