Four killed in Benue community attack as reprisal claims 20 cattle

Metro Four killed in Benue community attack as reprisal claims 20 cattle Published on April 8, 2026 By Nana Ismail Four people have been killed after suspected armed herders attacked a community in Guma Local Government Area of Benue State. The incident also triggered a reprisal in which about 20 cattle were killed. According to security sources who spoke with Zagazola Makama, the attack occurred around 2 am on April 7, 2026, when armed men stormed Agber-Chicha village in the Imadi Dem community. The attackers reportedly opened fire on residents, killing four people on the spot. One other person was injured during the assault. After receiving a distress call, security operatives were deployed to the area. The bodies of the victims were taken to a hospital, while the injured person was rushed to the General Hospital in Gbajimba for treatment. Sources said the situation escalated shortly after the attack. Relatives of the victims reportedly carried out a reprisal by targeting a herders’ settlement in Imande. During the retaliatory action, about 20 cattle were killed. One herder was also reported missing. Security authorities said they are working to identify and arrest those responsible for both the attack and the reprisal. They warned residents against further violence and urged calm. Don't Miss Police in Abia deny viral claims of Boko Haram arrest You may like Suspected herdsmen kill mother, three sons in fresh Benue attack Benue: Tragedy in Jato Aka as displaced man allegedly takes own life Displaced man allegedly commits suicide in Benue Death toll climbs to 11 in Benue Easter attack – Community leader Amnesty International blames Nigerian Govt after Benue attack claims 17 lives Truck crushes man at busy Benue junction

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