BREAKING: One dead as suspected herdsmen attack Army Estate in Kurudu, Abuja

Metro BREAKING: One dead as suspected herdsmen attack Army Estate in Kurudu, Abuja Published on April 30, 2026 By Winner James googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Panic erupted in the early hours of Thursday after suspected herdsmen reportedly attacked an Army Estate in the Kurudu area of Abuja. However, one of the assailant died in the attack. The incident, which occurred around 12:15 a.m. on April 30, occurred at Kurudu Post Army Estate, Phase 5. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); According to eyewitness accounts, between 30 and 40 armed men believed to be herdsmen stormed the estate, causing fear among residents. However, occupants of the estate quickly raised an alarm, prompting an immediate response from soldiers stationed at the estate’s gate. During the confrontation, one of the suspected attackers was shot dead, while others fled the scene. It remains unclear whether the attackers intended to carry out a robbery or a kidnapping operation, as authorities are yet to release an official statement on the incident. Residents have been urged to remain vigilant as investigations continue. Don't Miss BREAKING: Tinubu nominates new Minister of Power You may like Amaechi a statesman – Atiku hails ex-governor after Abuja visit Tinubu allocates Abuja lands to ambassadors designate as Wike charges diplomats on Nigeria’s image Troops arrest 11 with explosive materials in Abuja NYSC member’s mother recounts son’s death in Abuja shooting AMAC condemns killing of staff during enforcement operation in Abuja NYSC member loses life in Abuja robbery crossfire

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