7 Killed By Suspected Fulani Herdsmen In Gwer West Benue State.(images)

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2year old killed by Fulanis

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Seven persons have been reported killed by suspected Fulani herdsmen in Onmbasha, Gwer West Local Government Area in Benue State.

The suspected Fulani herdsmen also torched 46 houses, destroying property worth millions of naira.

Conducting reporters round the area, the Ter Nagi(traditional ruler), Chief Daniel Abontse, said the attackers entered Gwer West Local Government through Doma Local Government in Nassarawa State.

“They stormed villages in Gwer West Local Government at about 6pm and operated till dawn, shooting and killing people, including women and children,” said Chief Abontse.

The Divisional Police Officer in Gwer West Local Government Sunday Obanje confirmed the incident. He said the situation has been brought under control.

The local government has been under incessant attacks by Fulani herdsmen since the beginning of this year. They have killed more than 50 people.