By Peter Duru, Makurdi
Residents of Ankpechi community in Oglewu Ward, along the Otukpo-Ogobia Road in Ohimini Local Government Area of Benue State, were thrown into panic on Thursday morning after suspected armed herdsmen reportedly invaded the area, shot a resident and looted several provision stores.
Sources in the community said the attackers stormed the area between 8am and 9am, firing sporadically and forcing residents, including traders and customers, to flee for safety.
According to a resident, people had just begun their daily activities while shop owners were settling down for the day’s business when the gunmen suddenly emerged and started shooting indiscriminately.
“We have all been on the alert since the attacks on neighbouring communities. So, when people sighted them, they raised the alarm, and everyone started running for safety.
