Soldier and three others reportedly lose their lives in an attack by suspected cultists in Benue

Tragic cult violence grips the northern bank of Makurdi as four people, including a soldier, lose their lives in separate attacks
Eyewitnesses reveal innocent victims caught in the crossfire of escalating clashes between rival cult groups
Authorities confirm increased security measures as residents call for decisive action to end the violence

Four people, including a soldier, were killed in suspected cult-related violence in the Makurdi district, the capital of the North Bank. Benue stateon Thursday and Friday evenings.

The tragic incidents highlight escalating tension in the suburb, where clashes between rival cult groups have increased in recent weeks.

Soldier and three others lose their lives in an attack by suspected cultists in Benue
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Eyewitness accounts indicate that the victims of Friday’s attack, including two young men, were not affiliated with any sect.

Instead, they were allegedly innocent victims of a rampage perpetrated by suspected cult members.

Eyewitness and local vigilante report

Nura Umar, chairman of the Vigilante Group, known as Operation Shara in the North Bank, confirmed the fatalities in two separate attacks. Speaking about the Friday incident, Umar revealed:

Police confirmation and response

The Benue State Police Command confirmed cult activities in the North Bank area but reported lower casualty figures. Police spokesperson Catherine Anene stated:

“Yes, there was cult activity on the North Bank, but I am aware that one person was killed, a young civilian.”

Anene added that additional security officers have been deployed to the area to curb further violence.

DPO shot dead at military checkpoint in Zamfara

In the meantime, Legit.ng previously reported that Halliru Liman, Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of the Wasagu Division of the Police in Kebbi Stateis dead.

According to reports making the rounds on Thursday, August 29, Liman has passed away when he was allegedly shot dead by a soldier at a checkpoint in Zamfara stands.