Tragedy In Benue: Over 10 Killed In Gunmen Attack On Popular Makurdi Bar

In a horrifying event that shook residents, at least 10 individuals lost their lives when unidentified gunmen launched a brutal attack on a bustling bar close to the Okada Office in Akpehe, Makurdi, the capital city of Benue State.

According to reports obtained by LMSINT MEDIA, the assailants, suspected to be members of rival cult groups, arrived at the location around 8 PM. Eyewitnesses recounted that without warning, the attackers began shooting at random, causing widespread panic among patrons and residents.

The bloody attack left over 10 people confirmed dead at the scene, with multiple others severely wounded and rushed to nearby hospitals for urgent treatment.

Following the incident, the vicinity around the bar has become eerily deserted, as terrified locals fled to safety while the gunmen continued firing sporadically into the night.

Authorities are yet to issue an official statement, but security operatives have been deployed to the area to prevent further violence and commence a thorough investigation.

This tragic incident highlights the growing concerns about rising insecurity and cult-related violence in parts of Nigeria, especially in urban centers like Makurdi.
For a broader understanding of cultism and insecurity issues in Nigeria, you can refer to a detailed report by The Guardian Nigeria.