Herdsmen, bandits and kidnappers were on rampage in different parts of the country over the weekend, killing no fewer than 33 persons in Benue, Imo, Kebbi, Ondo and Kogi states.
Several other persons were also injured in attacks, which have further worsened the insecurity in the country.
In Ogwumogbio and Okpo’okpolo axis of Agatu Local Government Area of Benue State, at least 15 persons were killed in an ambush by armed herders who invaded the area.
The attack also left several persons, most of whom were traders, injured and some missing.
Former Vice Chairman of Agatu LGA, Anthony Ikwulono, who confirmed the murder of the15 persons in the attack, on his verified social media account, said it was unprovoked.
HERDSMEN, BANDITS STRIKE IN BENUE, KEBBI, IMO, ONDO, KOGI, KILL 33
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