By Peter Duru, Makurdi
The Chairman of the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) in Benue State, Ardo Risku Muhammad, has been reportedly killed in an ambush by unidentified gunmen in the Otukpo Local Government Area, LGA, of the state.
The incident occurred at about 2pm on Friday around the Okudu community, where the deceased and his associate, Yakubu Isah, were attacked while returning from a security meeting held in the neighbouring Ohimini LGA.
Sources said the victims had attended a peace and security meeting allegedly convened by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Idekpa, Ohimini LGA, before embarking on their return journey.
According to reports, armed youths ambushed their vehicle and opened fire, killing both men on the spot.
