Unknown armed gunmen kill Commander of Benue State Livestock Guards, along with three of his colleagues.
It was gathered that the victims were tragically killed in separate attacks in Ukum Local Government Area of the state.
Jarule Likita, the Commander was fatally shot multiple times in the chest at Tine-Nune settlement around 8pm today, August 21.
According to eyewitnesses, Likita was followed by the assailants, who opened fire on him, prompting others in the area to flee.
The Disheartening incident comes after three other members of the Guards were also murdered by armed men a few weeks prior.
Reacting to the incident, the State Commander of the Guards, Mr. Linus Zaki, expressed his concern over the ongoing attacks and the challenges posed by these unidentified gunmen.
The incident was also confirmed by the Benue State police spokesperson, Superintendent Catherine Anene.
She stated that she had not yet received official reports on the incidents.
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