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At least seven people have been confirmed dead following a late-night attack by suspected armed herders in Channel One community, a border settlement in Logo Local Government Area.

The community, located along the Arufu-Wukari Road linking Benue State and Taraba State, was reportedly invaded around 11 p.m. on Sunday, April 27, 2026.

A resident, who identified himself as Amos, said the attackers stormed the area in large numbers, firing gunshots indiscriminately and forcing residents to flee for safety.

A community leader, Joseph Anawah, confirmed the incident and initially reported six fatalities. He identified the victims as Akor Gwakyaa, Msooter Gwakyaa, Aondoungwa Michael, Vershima Michael, Terna Michael, and Msughter Terzungwe.

Anawah added that several others sustained severe injuries and are receiving treatment in medical facilities in Anyiin town, while those in critical condition have been moved to Ugba for further care.

He further alleged that the attackers, who were heavily armed and arrived on motorcycles, are believed to be operating from Shaor—one of several deserted villages previously flagged in intelligence reports as hideouts for armed groups in the area.

Residents of Channel One and nearby communities have since fled their homes amid fears of additional attacks.

Also confirming the incident, the Chairman of Logo Local Government Area, Clement Kav, said seven people were killed and four others injured.

“They attacked, killed seven people, injured four, and fled the scene,” he stated.

Kav disclosed that he has briefed the Commissioner of Police, Ifeanyi Emenari, as well as the state’s Special Adviser on Homeland Security.

Community leaders have called on both state and federal authorities to intensify security operations in the region, including clearing suspected hideouts and establishing a joint inter-state task force involving Benue, Nasarawa, and Taraba states to curb cross-border attacks.

Suspected Armed Herders Kill Seven in Benue Border Community Attack

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