Seven people were killed in an attack on Channel One, a border settlement in Ukemberagya/Tswarev Council Ward of Logo Local Government Area in Benue State. The assault occurred around 1am on Sunday when armed men on motorcycles invaded the community and opened fire on residents. Witnesses described the attack as coordinated, triggering panic as people fled into the night. Among the dead were Akor Gwakyaa, Msooter Gwakyaa, Aondoungwa Michael, Vershima Michael, Terna Michael, Msughter Terzungwe, and one person yet to be identified.
Chief Joseph Anawah, a community leader in Logo, confirmed the fatalities and said several others sustained severe injuries. The injured were taken to medical facilities in Anyiin, with at least seven in critical condition referred to Ugba, the headquarters of Logo LGA. Clement Kav, Chairman of Logo LGA, confirmed the incident to journalists in Makurdi, stating seven people were killed and four injured. When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for Benue command, DSP Udeme Edet, said she was not yet aware of the attack.
The local government chairman confirmed seven deaths and four injuries, yet the state police spokesperson claimed no knowledge of the attack hours after it occurred. This delay in official awareness undermines public trust in the security response system. Residents of Channel One were left without immediate protection or information after the assault. The gap between local confirmation and police awareness raises concerns about coordination during crises.
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