Death toll climbs to 11 in Benue Easter attack – Community leader

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: April 6, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Death toll climbs to 11 in Benue Easter attack – Community leader

The number of people killed in the early Saturday attack by suspected armed herdsmen on Agena community in Mbalom, Gwer, has risen to 11, according to a community leader. The attack occurred early Saturday morning. Local authorities are calling for immediate action to protect residents in the area.

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