Again, terrorists attack Otobi Akpa in Benue, kill four, scores missing
Suspected terrorists have again attacked Otobi Akpa community in Otukpo Local Government Area of Benue State, killing at least four people while many others remain missing. Residents say the latest assault is the third in the area within a year. Eyewitnesses said the gunmen, believed to be heavily armed Fulani extremists, invaded the community around 1:00am on Tuesday, shooting sporadically and forcing residents to flee into nearby bushes. Four young men were reportedly killed on the spot, while a woman, identified as Pastor Mrs Menu Ojiji, died from shock due to the intensity of the gunfire. Community member James Ode described the attack as another unprovoked assault on a peaceful, predominantly Christian community. He said many residents, including women and children, are still unaccounted for and may be hiding in the bush. Youth leader Egaji Ejembi accused the attackers of […]
